Surgical Technologist, Operating Room - Day Shift

Mercy Health System Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technologist in Janesville, WI, to support the surgical team by preparing instruments and maintaining a sterile field. You will anticipate the surgeon’s needs and assist before, during, and after surgery, ensuring patient safety and quality care in a 40-hour-week, day-shift role.

Requires high school diploma or GED and CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program or current accreditation process; NBSTSA certification preferred or required if not

Qualifications

• Education: Surgical Technology certification preferred, NBSTSA or related credential.
• High school diploma or GED required. Training in sterile technique essential.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days; ACLS/PALS/NRP as unit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs, gowns, gloves, and sets up sterile table with instruments and supplies.
• Passes instruments to surgeon during procedure and maintains sterile field.
• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique throughout operation.
• Assists with patient placement, positioning, and draping.
• Prepares sterile dressings and cleans the OR after procedures.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical instrumentation

Patient safety

Education

Surgical Technology certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

OVERVIEW

Supports the surgical team by preparing instruments, setting up the sterile field, and assisting during procedures to ensure everything runs smoothly. Anticipates the surgeon's needs, maintains a safe and sterile environment, and helps care for the patient before, during, and after surgery. Schedule: 40-hours per week Shift: Days Location: Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville, Janesville, WI Pay Range: $23.65-$35.48

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Assists the surgical team before, during, and after surgery by performing the following duties Checks instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Scrubs, gowns, gloves, and sets up sterile table with instruments and supplies, equipment and medication, solutions needed for each procedure Assists with patient placement and positioning on the table. Assists in draping sterile field according to procedure, physician preference. Performs appropriate counts for sponges, needles, and instruments with circulator according to policy prior to the operation and before incision is closed. Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants. Creates and maintains sterile field. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure. Passes instruments, etc. to surgeon during procedure. May sponge operative site, hold retractors during surgery, cut suture and cauterize previously clamped vessels as directed by surgeon. Prepares sterile dressings. If applicable and at the direction of the surgeon, apply and secure dressings. Assists other members of team with cleaning the operating room after each procedure. Assists in prepping room for the next patient. Participates in department performance improvement activities.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred Graduate of an CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required OR program currently participating in accreditation process Less than 1 year experience as a Surgical Scrub technologist

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Certified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA preferred Certified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA required only if program is not accredited but currently participating in accreditation process,. Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days (other certifications per unit requirements. ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

N/A

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Supervisory responsibilities are conducted in accordance with directives of management, the organization's policies, and applicable laws.

SUPERVISES

May directly supervise, mentor up to one surgical technician student. When acting as a preceptor, carries out those responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's and school's policies and applicable laws. Serves as an educator, nurturer, and role model for the student. Acts as a resource and is supportive of the student by sharing knowledge obtained through work and life experiences. Responsibilities include guiding and enhancing the learning of the student by providing options, ideas, meaningful feedback, and information with instruction when identifying problems, prompting the student to think on their own and work it out.

PAY RANGE

$22.73 - $34.10

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.