Surgical Technologist Certified

Froedtert South, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Froedtert South, Inc. in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist to support positive patient outcomes in the operating room. The role under supervision of surgeon and RN focuses on safe, effective procedural conduct and sterile technique.

Qualifications include an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology, entry-level ORT/ST education, and NBSTSA plus BLS/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days). English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or equivalent program.
• Entry-level; graduated from accredited ORT/ST program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days); NBSTSA certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical and physical functions of the Surgical Technologist in the operating room.
• Maintains sterile technique and supports equipment readiness.
• Cleans and restocks sterile core areas and ORs.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Surgical Technologist Certified

Froedtert South, Inc. Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States

About this position

Surgical Technologist Certified

• POSITION PURPOSE
  • The Surgical Technologist Certified works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The Surgical Technologist Certified possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic procedures.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
  • Associate Degree in: Surgical Technologist
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • Has graduated from an accredited school in an Operating Room Technician (ORT) or Surgical Technologist (ST) program. Entry level
• LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
  • Has graduated from an accredited school in an Operating Room Technician (ORT) or Surgical Technologist (ST) program. Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire. Certification in The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Employees hired into position as of January 1, 2016 will be required to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
  • Ability to read, write, speak, hear, and comprehend the English language.
• PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Performs all the technical and physical functions and skills related to the job performance of an Operating Room Surgical Technologist. Multifaceted communicator under a variety of emotional situations. Cleaning and restocking sterile core areas and Operating Rooms.