Surgical Technologist II (ST)

Aurora Medical Center of Oshkosh, Inc.; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Medical Center of Oshkosh, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technologist to maintain a clean, safe operating room and prepare materials for procedures using aseptic techniques.

You will assist with a range of surgeries and provide support to the surgical team. You will be responsible for setting up the OR, handling equipment, transporting staff and supplies, and teaching Surgical Technologists I while participating in departmental committees as needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.
• 2 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, safe and efficient operating area using sterile techniques.
• Assists with a variety of procedures and supports complex cases as needed.
• Sets up OR, moves and operates equipment, and ensures equipment is returned post-procedure.
• Notifies staff of equipment and supply issues.
• Transports patients, equipment and supplies as required.
• Acts as a resource and may precept other staff.
• Performs patient positioning and lifting with proper technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific patient care and departmental policies.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Surgical procedure knowledge

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Equipment handling

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• 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
• Performs all types of procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures OR specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable serving as a resource to others and assisting with complex surgical cases.
• 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.
• 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.
• Acts as a resource and precepts Surgical Technologists I and/or participates in department or facility committees or work teams.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• 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.

Education Required:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Completion of a suturing class approved by supervisor.
• Proficient in all types of surgical procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures OR specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable.
• Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize physician's needs and changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions and respond appropriately.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast‑paced environment.
• Must be able to:
  • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
  • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
  • carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
  • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
  • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.
• Must have functional sight and hearing.
• Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.