Surgical Technologist - Orthopedics

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Wellness options

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Madison, WI is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Orthopedics unit. The role supports a busy operating room with complex procedures and collaboration with world-renowned surgeons in a Level 1 Trauma Center.

The position offers a full-time schedule with evening shifts, call responsibilities, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, parental leave, and tuition assistance

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced environment to prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery.
• Work with surgeons within a Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Prepare for and perform complex surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of and assist surgeons during surgery.

Education

Surgical Technologist program

Job description

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority

Surgical Technologist - Orthopedics (Finance)

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 100% FTE, Evening shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 0640-1510 with a 0940-1810 shift once a week, with weekday and weekend call responsibilities. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Join our remarkable inpatient surgery team as they work together to perform complex surgical procedures to patients from all over the world! UW Health is located in the beautiful capital city of Madison - a cosmopolitan city of more than 280,000. Madison is uniquely situated on an isthmus between the areas two largest lakes Mendota and Monona-a setting that offers impressive beauty and wide variety of cultural and recreational activities. Madison is within a short drive to Milwaukee, Chicago and Minneapolis.

We are seeking a Surgical Tech to:

• Work in our fast-paced environment to prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery.
• Work with world renowned surgeons within our Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Prepare for and perform complex surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of and assist surgeons during surgery.
• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program Required
• Two (2) years of Surgical Technologist experience may be considered in lieu of completion of a Surgical Technologist program

Work Experience

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program Preferred
• 1 year of experience as a Surgical Tech Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Basic Life Support/CPR certification within 6 months Required
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Preferred

Our commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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