Surgical Technologist, Operating Room - Days

Mercy-Health-System-Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition and certification reimburse

Paid time off

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Wisconsin seeks a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room by preparing sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures. You will assist the surgeon, anticipate needs, and help position patients, while maintaining a safe, sterile environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program (or in accreditation process). NBSTSA certification preferred/required if the program is not accredited.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required or currently in accreditation process.
• LPN grandfathered (3) at Rockford campus.

Responsibilities

• Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
• Assists with patient placement and positioning on the table.
• Performs counts for sponges, needles, and instruments with circulator.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants; maintains sterile field.
• Passes instruments to surgeon during procedure.
• Prepares sterile dressings.
• Assists in cleaning the operating room after each procedure.
• Participates in department performance improvement activities.

Skills

Instrument handling

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Patient safety

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

OVERVIEWThis role supports the surgical team by preparing sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures while maintaining a safe, sterile environment. The surgical technologist assists the surgeon during operations, anticipates surgical needs, and helps position patients, manage instruments, and prepare the operating room for each procedure. Attention to detail, teamwork, and a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care are essential.SCHEDULE: 40-hours per weekSHIFT: DaysESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESHandles 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 dutiesChecks 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 procedureAssists 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 andbefore 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 nextpatient.Participates in department performance improvement activities.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredGraduate of an CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required OR program currently participating in accreditationprocessLPN grandfathered (3) at Rockford campus.Less than 1 year experience as a Surgical Scrub technologistCERTIFICATION AND LICENSURECertified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA preferredCertified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA required only if program is not accredited but currently participating inaccreditation process.Click here to watch a video with more information.PAY RANGE:$22.73 - $34.10Mercyhealth 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.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.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 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women