Surgical Technologist Case Coordinator

Trinity Health MI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits effective Day One

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

Trinity Health MI is seeking a Surgical Technologist Case Coordinator in Grand Rapids to ensure on-time delivery of complete case carts to the operating room. You will collaborate with the Surgery Team Leader and Sterile Processing to monitor the OR schedule for changes, emergencies, and added cases.

The role requires three years of Surgical Technologist experience, strong communication, aseptic technique knowledge, and the ability to lift heavy loads and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of surgical supplies and instruments, medical terminology, policies and procedures and aseptic techniques.
• Active physical exertion required; ability to lift 50+ pounds and stand long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provides a quality control check for completeness and accuracy of case carts based on pick-list.
• Assists in troubleshooting and problem solving instrument conflicts.
• Ensures case carts are properly staged and delivered to the appropriate OR prior to scheduled start time.
• Ensures OR staff are aware of missing items, shortages and requirements to complete the cart.
• Coordinates room turnover by monitoring OR Assistant assignments with OR Staff.
• Communicates with OR to facilitate urgent and emergent carts availability.
• Checks emergency case cart stored in the OR for completeness.
• Develops and recommends new or revised procedures to enhance overall effectiveness and accuracy of the surgical supply system.

Skills

Communication

Surgical instruments

Medical terminology

Aseptic technique

Instrument identification

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Hours | Schedule

• 40 Hours per week
• Day shift

Highlights and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose

Responsible for the coordination and on-time delivery of complete case carts to the operating room. In collaboration with the Surgery Team Leader and Sterile Processing Shift Coordinator, monitors the OR schedule for changes in scheduled cases, added cases and emergency cases.

What the Surgical Technologist Case Coordinator Will Do

• Provides a quality control check for completeness and accuracy of case carts based on pick-list
• Assists in troubleshooting and problem solving instrument conflicts
• Ensures that case carts are properly staged and delivered to the appropriate OR prior to the scheduled start time for the case
• Ensures that OR Staff is aware of missing items, shortages and circumstances requiring the completion of case cart after it has been received in the surgical suite
• Coordinates room turnover by monitoring OR Assistant assignments, working in conjunction with OR Staff
• Communicates with OR to facilitate the availability of urgent and emergent carts
• Checks emergency case cart stored in the OR for completeness
• Develops and recommends new or revised procedures to enhance overall effectiveness and accuracy of the surgical supply system

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three years of experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of surgical supplies and instruments, medical terminology, policies and procedures and instrument identification and aseptic techniques
• Active physical exertion at least 66% of the time. Ability to push and pull carts that may exceed 100 pounds, unassisted at times. Ability to lift objects weighing 50 pounds or more; ability to stand for long periods of time, stoop and bend without restrictions

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.