Surgical Tech (ST)

American Addiction Centers•Two Rivers, WI

6d•$26 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Aurora Medical Center-Manitowoc County is recruiting a Surgical Technologist to join the Surgical team! What a great opportunity to join a small but mighty team in a serene location! This is a full-time day shift position with call. OR operational hours are Monday - Friday 0700-1700. Can consider 8-hour shifts or 10-hour shifts. Position will have call requirements. Weeknight call will be 2-3 shifts per month; 1500/1700--0700 Weekend call occurs approximately once every 13 weekends; begins at 1500/1700 on Friday evening and goes until 0700 Monday morning. Holiday call occurs approximately once per year. Staff chooses their call shift in a rotating order. Response time for call is within 30 minutes. Previous experience preferred, not required. Pay Range $26.10 - $39.15 Aurora continues to offer leading benefits, and a competitive wage program to help you live your best life, Sign on Bonuses up to of $12,000 for 3 years+ of experience/$8,000 0-3 years of experience. Top Referral program ExCEL Professional Development for Surgical Techs/Assists with financial incentives Career progression ST I to ST II to Surgical Assist- progressions will require certifications and further education.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.
Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures.
Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care.
Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).
Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.
Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.
Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.
Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.
Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

Aurora continues to offer leading benefits, and a competitive wage program to help you live your best life
Sign on Bonuses up to of $12,000 for 3 years+ of experience/$8,000 0-3 years of experience.
Top Referral program
ExCEL Professional Development for Surgical Techs/Assists with financial incentives
Career progression ST I to ST II to Surgical Assist- progressions will require certifications and further education.
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program