Surgical Technologist (ST)

Surgical Technologist (ST) at Aurora Medical Center Summit. Full-time day shift position at a facility with 11 ORs and 1 dedicated Cysto Room. Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care; utilizes aseptic surgical techniques; performs procedures; ensures environmental disinfection; functions as second assistant; transports patients/equipment; maintains specialty carts; and performs patient positioning. Requires completion of an accredited surgical technology program and BLS certification.

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; 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; 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; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling; Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

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; No experience 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, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines; Exposed to 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

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus; Surgical Tech/Assist Professional Development program/financial incentives; Competitive compensation; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts; 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