Surgical Technologist - Fritch Surgery Center

The Nebraska Medical Center • Omaha, NE

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Surgical Technologist - Fritch Surgery Center Support the intraoperative nursing care of patients by performing scrub and related duties according to standards and policies. Promote efficient operation of the surgery center and provide assistance to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure safe and efficient surgical procedures. Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine! Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program OR equivalent training/scrub experience with an accredited institution required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (BLS with skills assessment or approved BLS) upon completion of unit orientation required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a surgical technologist or assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of various surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies/materials, all patient care equipment and supplies, policy, procedure, and protocol manuals, audio-visual, video, and microscopic equipment, computers, telecommunication equipment, and wall/ceiling and tanked medical gases preferred.
• For some clinical areas, the ability to speak, read, and write in English and Spanish may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the intraoperative nursing care of patients by performing scrub and related duties according to standards and policies.
• Promote efficient operation of the surgery center
• Provide assistance to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure safe and efficient surgical procedures.

Benefits

• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees