Surgical Technician FT Rotating Shift Sign on Bonus available

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Surgical Technician performs duties in the operating room and related areas to assist the surgical team. The role supports a range of pediatric surgical services, including general, thoracic, reconstructive, and cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities include preparing operating rooms and equipment, maintaining aseptic technique, assisting surgeons during procedures, and helping ensure a clean and safe environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an equivalent DMC surgical technician training program; alternatively, an equivalent combination of training and/or experience or successful completion of an accredited surgical technician program.
One to two years of experience as a surgical technician is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists is highly desirable.
One to two years of experience as a surgical technician.

Responsibilities

Scrub for operating procedures; handle surgical instruments, sutures, and sponges; anticipate and assist with the surgeon’s needs.
Maintain strict aseptic technique and share responsibility with the circulating nurse for accounting for instruments and other items during and after operations.
Observe patients in the operating room and report changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia staff.
Prepare for scheduled procedures and ensure the necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and ready.
Maintain a clean and safe operating room; clean rooms, sterilize equipment, restock standard supplies, and help update surgical instrument sets.
Maintain power equipment and specialty instrumentation within assigned specialty areas.
Assist with transporting patients to and from the operating room, verifying patient identity, and lifting and positioning patients for procedures.
May assist as a second circulator under the direction of a registered nurse.
Prepare materials for departmental in-service education programs as assigned.
Assist in trials and evaluations of new surgical products.
Provide input to managers developing departmental policies and procedures.
Participate in committees as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned.