Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - General Surgery

UW Health; Madison, Middletown (WI, CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a remarkable Inpatient Surgery team at a leading hospital, where you will play a crucial role in preparing for complex surgical procedures. As a Surgical Technologist, you will collaborate with world-renowned surgeons in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the Operating Room is ready for each surgery. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers an excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, tuition benefits, and a sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. Be part of a team that is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for patients from around the world.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Benefits

Two-week Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Referral Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program is required.
• Two years of Surgical Technologist experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist in preparing for and performing complex surgical procedures.

Skills

Surgical Procedures Assistance

Operating Room Preparation

Collaboration with Surgeons

Education

Surgical Technologist Program Completion

Job description

Work Schedule:

Part-time, 90% FTE day/evening shift position. Monday - Friday between 7:00am - 7:00pm, with one shift from 11:00am - 11:00pm per week. Includes weekend, weekday, and holiday on-call differential. Triage holiday shift required. Hours may vary based on departmental needs.

Pay:

• A competitive starting pay considering relevant work experience.
• External candidates may be eligible for up to a $9,000 sign-on bonus for day shifts (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.

Be part of something remarkable

Join our REMARKABLE Inpatient Surgery team, working together to perform complex surgical procedures for patients from around the world!

We are seeking a Surgical Technologist to:

• Prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with world-renowned surgeons within our Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Assist in preparing for and performing complex surgical procedures.
• Anticipate and assist surgeons during surgeries.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.
• Access to resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility—UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping cover coursework related to career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for recommending others for open positions.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program is required.
• Two years of Surgical Technologist experience may be considered in lieu of program completion.

Work Experience

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program is preferred.
• One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Basic Life Support/CPR certification within 6 months is required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is preferred.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. We encourage applications from BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members, and veterans. EOE, including disability/veterans.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and is considered a leading hospital, teaching institution, and referral center.