Surgical Support Technician
About The Position
Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join our team as a Surgical Supply Specialist! If you are proactive, enjoy working collaboratively, and are driven to support exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you! What’s Available: 1.0 FTE, 40 hours weekly Starting wage of $17.54/hr + more for experience! Monday–Friday, 8‑hour day shifts; no weekends or major holidays! Typically, hours are between 6 am-6 pm On‑site, La Crosse Main Campus Department: Distribution What You’ll Do: Ensure the surgery department has the supplies and instrumentation needed for both routine and urgent patient care. Order, receive, stage, deliver, and stock surgical supplies, PAR rooms, and departmental storage areas Verify instrumentation is available and sterile, check case cart readiness, maintain accurate pick lists and preference cards, and assist clinical staff in locating supplies. Perform daily and weekly biological testing of flash sterilization equipment. Support vendor recalls, identify defective or expired products, and help maintain a safe environment. Why You’ll Love It Here: Career development support through our Career Development Center and Tuition Investment Program Excellent healthcare benefits and a top‑rated retirement plan Leadership that supports your success and values your contribution Work/life balance so you can love what you do and where you live What You’ll Need: High school diploma or equivalent required 2–3 years of experience in a healthcare, inventory, or supply chain–related role required 1–3 years of sterile processing or medical supply experience handling surgical instrumentation is a plus! Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities. I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [email protected] or call 608-775-0267. We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2–3 years of experience in a healthcare, inventory, or supply chain–related role required
Nice To Haves
- 1–3 years of sterile processing or medical supply experience handling surgical instrumentation is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Ensure the surgery department has the supplies and instrumentation needed for both routine and urgent patient care.
- Order, receive, stage, deliver, and stock surgical supplies, PAR rooms, and departmental storage areas
- Verify instrumentation is available and sterile, check case cart readiness, maintain accurate pick lists and preference cards, and assist clinical staff in locating supplies.
- Perform daily and weekly biological testing of flash sterilization equipment.
- Support vendor recalls, identify defective or expired products, and help maintain a safe environment.
Benefits
- Career development support through our Career Development Center and Tuition Investment Program
- Excellent healthcare benefits and a top‑rated retirement plan
- Leadership that supports your success and values your contribution
- Work/life balance so you can love what you do and where you live
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
