Surgical Technologist, Cardiac - Day Shift

Surgical Technologist, Cardiac- Day Shift

Assists surgeons during surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining a safe, sterile operating room environment. Ensures surgical equipment and instruments are functioning properly and supports patient safety throughout procedures. Applies knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgical technology to assist physicians during invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Shift: Days

Location: Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center, Janesville, WI

Pay Range: $22.73 - $34.10

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Understands the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and maintains vigilance for maintenance of the sterile field.
• Assists the surgical team before, during, and after surgery by performing the following duties: checks instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for surgical procedures; scrubs, gowns, gloves, and sets up sterile table with instruments and supplies, equipment and medication, and solutions needed for each procedure; assists with patient placement and positioning on the table; assists in draping the sterile field according to procedure and physician preference.
• Performs appropriate counts for sponges, needles, and instruments with circulator according to policy prior to the operation and before incision is closed.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants; creates and maintains sterile field; maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
• Passes instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure; may sponge operative site, hold retractors during surgery, cut suture and cauterize previously clamped vessels as directed by surgeon; prepares sterile dressings; if applicable and at the direction of the surgeon, applies and secures dressings.
• Assists other members of the team with cleaning the operating room after each procedure; assists in prepping room for the next patient.
• Participates in department performance improvement activities.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program required, OR program currently participating in accreditation process.

Less than 1 year experience as a Surgical Scrub technologist.

Certification/License

Certified Surgical Technologist through NBSTSA preferred; required only if program is not accredited but currently participating in accreditation process.

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Other Skills and Abilities

N/A

Level of Supervision

Supervisory responsibilities are conducted in accordance with directives of management, the organization's policies, and applicable laws.

Supervises

May directly supervise, mentor up to one surgical technician student. When acting as a preceptor, carries out responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's and school's policies and applicable laws. Serves as an educator, nurturer, and role model for the student; acts as a resource and is supportive of the student by sharing knowledge obtained through work and life experiences; provides guidance and feedback to enhance learning.

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities