Surgical Technologist I

Aurora Health Care; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Sign On Bonus

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Sturtevant, Wisconsin is hiring a Surgical Technologist to assist in various surgical procedures. The role requires knowledge of aseptic techniques and the ability to maintain an efficient and sterile environment during surgeries. Responsibilities include preparing surgical materials, assisting surgeons, and transporting patients. No prior experience is necessary. A generous sign-on bonus is available, and certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in surgical procedures.
• Understanding of various operating room equipment.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical cases in all specialty areas.
• Prepare materials and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Ensure environmental disinfection and efficiency of the operating room.
• Transport patients and equipment as needed.
• Maintain specialty cart ensuring completeness and availability.

Skills

Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Performs a variety of preparatory, scrubbing and related services necessary to provide patient service in the operating room. Assists with surgical cases in all specialty areas.

Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).

Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.

Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.

Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.

Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.

Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.

Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.

Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

• Generous Sign On Bonus available!

Licenses & Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Degrees

Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.

Required Functional Experience

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures. Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Basic computer proficiency. Certification Addendum: Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).