Surgical Technologist I - General Surgery

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Flexible scheduling

Career ladder promotional opportunities

Job summary

Aurora Health Care in Milwaukee is seeking a Surgical Technician to work alongside leading surgeons. You will assist with surgeries by passing instruments, ensuring sterile conditions, and supporting surgical teams.

This role welcomes new graduates and offers extensive benefits, including flexible scheduling and promotional opportunities. Become part of a team dedicated to patient care and career growth within a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist top surgeons in WI and maintain sterile conditions.
• Knowledge of various surgical procedures and equipment management.
• Excellent team collaboration and resourcefulness in surgery.

Responsibilities

• Pass instruments and assist surgeons during operations.
• Prepare and maintain the surgical area and equipment.
• Transport patients and assist with various surgical tasks.

Job description

Are you ready to work alongside some of the top surgeons in WI? Aurora West Allis Medical Center is looking to add a Surgical Technician to their team of surgical experts.

In This Role You Will Be Able To

• Pass instruments to some of the top Surgeons in the world.
• Assist with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area, and provision of a sterile field.
• Perform all types of procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures.
• Function as a First or Second Assistant as necessary. This includes, but is not limited to, holding retractors, cauterizing, application of surgical dressings and wound closure under the direct guidance of a surgeon.
• Transport patients and/or equipment and supplies.
• Maintain 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.
• Act as a resource and precepts Surgical Technologists I and/or participates in department or facility committees or work teams.

What makes our team special?

• Aurora West Allis Medical Center is regionally recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology.
• Over 500 robotic surgeries annually in urology, gynecology and general surgery with 19 physicians
• You will have the opportunity to join a team that is dedicated to moving healthcare forward! With our wide range of procedures, leading benefits, and opportunities for learning and advancement, you’ll not only fulfill that passion, you will thrive and grow every day.
• We each have a voice, and we’re empowered to use it to innovate and change the future of health care for our patients, our communities and each other. Join our team of 75,000 individuals, with one shared purpose: we help people live well.
• New graduates are welcome to apply. Our team is here to help you start your career!

At Aurora we care about YOU! We Offer our Team Members

• Benefit Packages to meet the needs of you and your family including competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401K, PTO, life insurance, disability, and an employee discount program.
• Flexible scheduling to meet the needs of YOU and YOUR FAMILY
• Career ladder PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
• An opportunity to make a difference in the community while meeting the needs of your family

If you are passionate about providing world‑class care & want to be a part of an innovative team that is dedicated to helping YOU and YOUR CAREER, we look forward to hearing from you!