Surgical Technologist I - General Surgery

172 West Allis Memorial Hospital, Inc.; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay range

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Aurora West Allis Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technician to join our operating room team. The role involves passing instruments to surgeons, assisting with gowning and gloving, preparing and draping the surgical area, and maintaining a sterile field.

You may function as a First or Second Assistant as needed. You will rotate weeknights, weekends and holidays as part of a 40-hour schedule, with 8-hour shifts from 10:30 to 19:00.

Qualifications

• What you will do: pass instruments to surgeons, maintain sterile field and assist with gowning/gloving.
• Support various procedures and act as First/Second Assistant as needed.
• Rotate through weeknights, weekends and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Pass instruments to surgeons during operations.
• Assist with gowning and gloving; prepare and drape the surgical area; maintain sterile field.
• Perform procedures and maintain knowledge of a variety of surgical tasks.
• Function as First/Second Assistant; hold retractors, cauterize, wound closure under surgeon guidance.
• Transport patients and equipment; manage supplies and sterile items.
• Serve as a resource and mentor Surgical Technologists I; participate in committees or teams.

Skills

Instrument handling

Sterile technique

Gowning and gloving

First/Second assistant

Patient transport

Tools

Sterile equipment management

Job description

Department: 37703 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Surgery Room Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 8 hr shifts, 1030-1900, also includes a weeknight, weekend and holiday rotation Pay Range $26.10 - $39.15

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!

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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.

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Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It's offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there's a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we'll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We're redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care.