Surgical Technologist CVOR, Operating Room

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Janesville, WI, seeks a Surgical Technologist to support sterile technique, equipment handling, and assist physicians during procedures. The role includes varied shifts, on-call duties, and participation in team-based patient care to ensure safety and efficiency in the operating room.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and be a graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program; LPN grandfathered option accepted at Rockford campus in lieu of the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required.
• LPN grandfathered (3) at Rockford campus in lieu of Surgical Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during procedures and maintains sterile field.
• Assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery per procedure and physician preferences.
• Performs counts for sponges, needles, and instruments prior to incision.
• Sets up sterile table, gowns, gloves, and prepares medications/solutions as needed.
• Passes instruments to surgeon and maintains sterile environment during procedure.
• Cleans operating room after procedures and preps for next patient.
• Participates in department performance improvement activities.
• Mentors new employees and students, promoting education and certification attainment.

Skills

Sterile technique

Anatomy knowledge

Equipment handling

Team collaboration

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma

CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program

LPN grandfathered

Job description

OVERVIEW

Ensures a safe surgical environment by maintaining proper sterile technique, verifying equipment is functioning correctly, and supporting procedures to maximize patient safety. Assists physicians during surgical and diagnostic procedures using knowledge of anatomy, surgical techniques, and specialized instruments and technology. May work days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts according to department guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule

40 hours per week

Shift

Variable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.
• Assists the surgical team before, during, and after surgery by performing the following duties:
• Checks instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
• Scrubs, gowns, gloves, and sets up sterile table with instruments and supplies, equipment and medications/solutions needed for each procedure
• Assists with patient placement and positioning on the table. Assists in draping sterile field according to procedure/physician preference.
• Performs appropriate counts for sponges, needles, and instruments with circulator according to policy prior to the operation and before incision is closed.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants. Creates and maintains sterile field. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
• Passes instruments, etc. to surgeon during procedure. May sponge operative site, hold retractors during surgery, cut suture and cauterize previously clamped vessels as directed by surgeon. Prepares sterile dressings.If applicable and at the direction of the surgeon, apply and secure dressings.
• Assists other members of team with cleaning the operating room after each procedure. Assists in prepping room for the next patient.
• Participates in department performance improvement activities.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relations with physicians, nurses, and other members of the health care team to promote a collaborative approach to providing efficient and high-quality patient care.
• Understands age-related patient care needs and provides care appropriately.
• Able to adapt to the needs of each physician’s needs, requests, and preferences and communicate this to Team Lead to update all staff and preference/case cards accordingly.
• Is a mentor for new employees and new graduate surgical technologist by supporting the new employee.
• Enhances partner growth through promoting attainment of national certification. Assists partners in obtaining education required to achieve national specialty certification and maintain same.
• Complete projects as assigned by Team Lead.
• Assists in training of new partners or students successfully and offers constructive feedback during training process.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

Graduate of an CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required

LPN grandfathered (3) at Rockford campus in lieu of Surgical Technology program.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Certified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days

IL LPN Licensure grandfathered (3) at Rockford campus in lieu of Certified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

N/A

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

More Supervisory responsibilities are conducted in accordance with directives of management, the organization’s policies, and applicable laws.

SUPERVISES

May directly supervise/mentor up to one surgical technician student. When acting as a preceptor, carries out those responsibilities in accordance with the hospital’s and school’s policies and applicable laws. Serves as an educator, nurturer, and role model for the student. Acts as a resource and is supportive of the student by sharing knowledge obtained through work and life experiences. Responsibilities include guiding and enhancing the learning of the student by providing options, ideas, meaningful feedback, and instruction when identifying problems, prompting the student to think on their own and work it out.

PAY RANGE:

$22.73 - $35.48

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP’s Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine’s 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women