Surgical Technologist II - General Specialty

Full-time Surgical Technologist II position in the Surgery Room at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, 40 hours per week. Schedule is general specialty, 8-hour day shift with variable start times between 0530am and 7am, Monday through Friday, with on-call obligations. Assists surgical teams with aseptic technique, room setup, equipment management, and patient positioning and transport.

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 advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures; Specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable, serving as a resource to others and assisting with complex surgical cases; Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room, including room setup, moving and operating equipment, and returning equipment post procedure; Functions as a First or Second Assistant as necessary, including holding retractors, cauterizing, application of surgical dressings and wound closure under the direct guidance of a surgeon; 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; Acts as a resource and precepts Surgical Technologists I and/or participates in department or facility committees or work teams; Performs patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling

Requirements

Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology; Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist position; 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; Completion of a suturing class approved by supervisor; Proficient in all surgical specialties with expertise in a minimum of two; Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing; Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize physician's needs and changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions and respond appropriately; Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; Basic computer proficiency; 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, and push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; Must have functional sight and hearing

Benefits

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; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Incentive pay for select positions