Surgical Technologist - Operating Room, 0.9FTE, Day/PM Shifts
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing and maintaining the operating room, supporting in patient preparation, and deploying sterile techniques throughout the procedure to ensure a sterile and safe surgical environment. The role works as an integral part of the surgical team, anticipating the surgeon's needs, handling specimens, and assisting during surgery under the supervision of surgeons and perioperative team members. The role participates in continuous learning, supports infection control protocols, and ensures adherence to safety guidelines to improve patient outcomes and team efficiency. At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
- Graduate from an accredited education program for Surgical Technology, OR graduate from an appropriate training program in the US Armed Forces OR Medical Certification OR LPN License
- Certified in Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter
- BLS Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Previous surgical technologist or equivalent experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Preparing and maintaining the operating room
- Supporting in patient preparation
- Deploying sterile techniques throughout the procedure to ensure a sterile and safe surgical environment
- Anticipating the surgeon's needs
- Handling specimens
- Assisting during surgery under the supervision of surgeons and perioperative team members
- Participating in continuous learning
- Supporting infection control protocols
- Ensuring adherence to safety guidelines to improve patient outcomes and team efficiency
Benefits
- paid time off
- parental leave
- 401K matching
- employee recognition program
- Dental, health and vision insurance
- paid holidays
- short and long-term disability
- pet insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
