Surgical Technologist: OR Support & Sterile Field

Mercy Health Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 31,312 - 46,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition and certification reimbursemen

Certification Reimbursement

Well-being Programs

Employee Discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room by preparing sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures, ensuring a safe, sterile environment. The role assists the surgeon, anticipates needs, helps position patients, manages instruments, and participates in room setup and cleanup.

A strong commitment to patient safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required OR program currently participating in accreditation process.
• LPN grandfathered (3) at Rockford campus.
• Less than 1 year experience as a Surgical Scrub technologist.

Responsibilities

• Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure; maintains sterile field.
• Assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery.
• Checks instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
• Scrubs, gowns, gloves, and sets up sterile table with instruments and supplies, equipment and medications.
• Assists with patient placement and positioning on the table; draping sterile field.
• Performs counts for sponges, needles, and instruments prior to incision.
• Maintains sterile technique during procedures; passes instruments to surgeon.
• Assists with cleaning the operating room after each procedure and prepping for next patient.
• Participates in department performance improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program

LPN grandfathered (Rockford campus)

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room by preparing sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies before, during, and after procedures, ensuring a safe, sterile environment. The role assists the surgeon, anticipates needs, helps position patients, manages instruments, and participates in room setup and cleanup.

A strong commitment to patient safety and teamwork is essential.