Certified CVOR Surgical Technologist

Trinity Health • Muskegon, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing essential assistance to surgeons and residents during operative procedures. The Surgical Technologist is responsible for selecting, organizing, and anticipating the needs for surgical instruments, medical supplies, and equipment, as well as providing retraction under the surgeon's direction. A critical aspect of this position is maintaining the highest standards of aseptic technique throughout all operative procedures, including proper surgical attire, hand scrubbing, gowning and gloving of self and team, understanding sterile and non-sterile boundaries, and managing traffic patterns within the operating room. The technologist must also be able to identify and resolve breaches in aseptic technique. Additionally, the role includes performing all phases of reprocessing for surgical instruments and supplies, such as decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, documentation, and troubleshooting any parameter failures. Other related duties as assigned are also part of this position.

Requirements

• Minimum Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
• Certification or re-certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within one month of hire.
• NBSTA Surgical Technologist certification within 1 year of hire.
• Familiarity with standard desktop and windows-based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation.
• Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.
• Must have at least one (1) year of inpatient Surgical Technologist experience
• Must be able to take required call for the open-heart team.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Associate of Applied Science Surgical Technology.
• Preferred one (1) year of Cardiovascular Services experience or open-heart surgery experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.
• Maintains highest standard of aseptic technique during all operative procedures, including surgical attire, surgical hand scrub, surgical gowning of self and team, surgical gloving of self and team, boundary between sterile and non-sterile areas, and traffic patterns.
• Identifies breaches in aseptic technique and implements interventions for resolution.
• Performs all phases of reprocessing including decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, documentation, and problem resolution for parameter failure.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree