Surgical Technologist - Days & No Call

ThedaCare • New London, CT

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist assists in the preparation and care of surgical patients under the general direction of a professional nurse or physician. The role requires expertise in sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and the instruments and technologies used to support surgeons during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week (0.5 FTE): three 8-hour shifts one week and two 8-hour shifts the next, with start times between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m. Days vary. The position does not require weekends, call, or holidays. It is based at ThedaCare Medical Center – New London in New London, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completion of a surgical technologist training program.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Compliance with department-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is required for work in the Cath Lab.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation to support high-quality patient outcomes.
• Select instruments, equipment, and supplies for each surgical procedure.
• Prepare the operating room by setting up sterile tables and checking equipment and supplies.
• Scrub for procedures, including helping prepare and drape patients, passing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting during surgery.
• Follow sterile technique principles and address breaks in sterile technique.
• Identify specimens before passing them off the field and transport them to pathology as directed.
• Work with the registered nurse to identify intra-procedure medications and dosages and label solutions and drugs.
• Assist with patient transfers into and out of the operating room.
• Clean rooms, instruments, and equipment according to regulatory standards and policies.

Benefits

• Lifestyle and wellness support, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED