Surgical Technologist - Days & No Call

Thedacare • Town of Mukwa, WI

1d • 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 tools and technologies used to support invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

This position works variable days in a rotating schedule of three 8-hour shifts one week and two 8-hour shifts the next, with start times between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m. There are no weekends, call, or holidays. The position is based at ThedaCare Medical Center – New London in New London, Wisconsin, and is scheduled for 20 hours per week (0.5 FTE).

Requirements

• Completion of a surgical technologist training program.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• ACLS is required for work in the Cath Lab.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation to support 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 surgical procedures, including helping prep and drape patients, passing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting with procedures.
• Follow sterile technique principles and take steps to remedy 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 medication and dosage and label solutions and drugs.
• Assist with transferring patients into or out of the operating room.
• Clean rooms, instruments, and equipment according to regulatory standards and policies.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Benefits

• Lifestyle engagement resources, 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: No Education Listed