Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

St. Peter's Health; Town of Montana (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health in Wisconsin seeks a Surgical Tech to support surgeons during operative procedures and ensure the OR is prepared and stocked. You will maintain instruments, handle sterilization, and assist with medications under supervision.

Responsibilities include participating in team meetings and quality initiatives to promote safe, efficient patient care and adherence to clinical guidelines and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduation from a surgical tech two-year program preferred.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and stock the operating room for procedures.
• Maintain surgical instruments and supplies, including cleaning and sterilization.
• Assist during operative procedures and handle medications under supervision.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical tech two-year program

BCLS Certification

Job description

Job Description

This position supports surgeons during operative and invasive procedures while ensuring the operating room is properly prepared and stocked. Maintains surgical instruments and supplies, including cleaning and sterilization, and handles medications under appropriate supervision. Participates in team meetings and performance improvement initiatives to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

Job Description

This position supports surgeons during operative and invasive procedures while ensuring the operating room is properly prepared and stocked. Maintains surgical instruments and supplies, including cleaning and sterilization, and handles medications under appropriate supervision. Participates in team meetings and performance improvement initiatives to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED preferred. Graduation from a surgical tech two-year program preferred. Nurses involved in the care of orthopedic and spine patients must adhere to defined educational and competency requirements in compliance with DNV Orthopedic and Spine certification. Nurses providing care to orthopedic and spine patients must complete specialty-specific education and validate competency annually. Nurses are expected to participate in continuing education activities relevant to orthopedic and spine care, including updates on clinical guidelines, emerging technologies, and best practices. Educational areas may include, but are not limited to:

• Musculoskeletal system anatomy and physiology
• ERAS
• Pain management strategies
• Mobility and safety
• Prevention of complications such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), infection, and pressure injuries
• Glucose management
• Compartment syndrome

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: Current BCLS Certification is required.