Surgical Technologist | Safe OR Support | Day Shift

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

If eligible: pet insurance

transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Surgical Instrument Tech to support the Surgery department. This day-shift, 1.0 position focuses on instrument preparation, sterile technique, and assisting with patient preparation and draping for procedures at St. Joseph Hospital.

Responsibilities include maintaining instrument counts and organization, ensuring safety and efficiency during operations, and supporting a collaborative care team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer date.
• High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience, or an Associate's/Technical degree, or 4 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to support sterile and non-sterile instrument handling in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures
• Prepare sterile/non-sterile instruments and supplies
• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and draping
• Maintain instrument organization and accurate counts

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical support

Instrument preparation

Patient prep assistance

Instrument counts

Education

High school diploma equivalency with 2 years cumulative experience

Associate's degree or Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Ascension in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Surgical Instrument Tech to support the Surgery department. This day-shift, 1.0 position focuses on instrument preparation, sterile technique, and assisting with patient preparation and draping for procedures at St. Joseph Hospital.

Responsibilities include maintaining instrument counts and organization, ensuring safety and efficiency during operations, and supporting a collaborative care team in a fast-paced environment.