Surgical Technician

Mile Bluff Medical Center•Mauston, WI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician position prepares the operating room, including setting up the sterile field and setting up surgical equipment, supplies, and solutions. During surgery, this role passes instruments, fluids, and supplies to the surgeon and prepares and manages surgical equipment, the sterile field, and specimens.

Requirements

Certified Surgical Technologist certification required.
Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.
Intermediate proficiency with computers is required.
Strong understanding of surgical technology and surgical procedure.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to multitask and manage priorities.
Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
The ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co-workers and supervisors is essential.
Stays up to date on surgical technology, medical terminology, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
1+ years of related work experience preferred.
BLS within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and sterile surgical environment, provide the surgeon with appropriate instrumentation and equipment, and assist the surgeon during procedures.
Prepare the operating room for surgery.
Keep records of use of Steam Sterilizer.
Perform initial instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the circulator.
Keep the suture carts organized and watch expiration dates.
Turn over rooms in between cases.
Assist the team members with gowning and gloving.
Assist with patient positioning pre-operative and transport patient from cart to bed and back.
Stock adequate supplies for surgery.
Perform other duties as requested.