Surgical Technologist (ST)

Advocate Health • Hartford, WI

6d • $27 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Surgical Technologist position at Aurora Medical Center – Washington County. The role involves working in a dynamic surgical environment with 5 ORs and 2 GI Procedure Rooms, covering various surgical specialties. The patient population ranges from 6 months to 90+ years. The team includes Surgical techs/Assists, RNs, Surgical Schedulers, and Operating Room Assistants. The medical center is recognized for its high surgical outpatient experience scores.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).
• Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Must be able to: lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• Must be able to: carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• Must be able to: perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.
• Must have functional sight and hearing.
• Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preferred, new grads will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care.
• Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).
• Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
• Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.
• Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.
• Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.
• Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.
• Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Sign on Bonuses up to $12,000(for full-time/3+ years of experience) and $8,000(full-time/0-3 years of experience)
• Top Referral program
• ExCEL Professional Development for Surgical Techs/Assists with financial incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree