Surgical Technologist: OR Safety & Essential Procedures

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account with employer

Free scrubs with laundry service

Free meals

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join our operating team in Altoona, WI. This role is 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week) with 12‑hour shifts; hours are variable and on‑call rotation applies.

You will assist in preparing rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting surgeons during procedures. Ideal candidates will have a Surgical Technologist program degree, BLS on hire, and hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Surgical Technologist program required.
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Prior hospital experience preferred.
• Must possess a cell phone interfacing with secure message system.
• Excellent infection control and patient safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients’ rights and provide compassionate, individualized care.
• Check supplies and equipment needed for procedures.
• Open sterile supplies and set up sterile table with instruments.
• Initiate pre-procedural Time Out to prevent errors.
• Maintain infection control protocols and safety standards.
• Gown/glove surgeon and assistants; pass instruments.
• Prepare sterile dressing and drain/ suction setup as needed.
• Maintain sterilization workflow and assist with room prep for next patient.
• Document procedure details accurately and communicate to circulator.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to call-ins promptly.

Skills

Medical Terminology

HIPAA regulations

EMR systems

Attention to detail

English communication

Teamwork

Education

Surgical Technologist program degree

BLS certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join our operating team in Altoona, WI. This role is 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week) with 12‑hour shifts; hours are variable and on‑call rotation applies.

You will assist in preparing rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting surgeons during procedures. Ideal candidates will have a Surgical Technologist program degree, BLS on hire, and hospital experience.