Apply on Employer Site

Aurora Health Care · 3 months ago

Surgical Technologist (ST) Main OR

Grafton, WI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$26/hr - $39/hr

Aurora Health Care is a community-based tertiary care facility offering a diverse model for a fulfilling career. The Surgical Technologist (ST) will provide a clean and safe operating environment, assist with surgical procedures, and ensure the efficiency of the operating room while maintaining aseptic techniques.

Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Qualification

Aseptic surgical techniquesOperating room equipmentBasic Life Support (BLS)Surgical Technology certificationCustomer service skillsBasic computer proficiencyInterpersonal skills

Required

Amazing skills, professionalism, and high engagement

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

Benefits

Sign on Bonuses up to of $12,000 for 3 years+ of experience/$8,000 0-3 years of experience.

Top Referral program

ExCEL Professional Development for Surgical Techs/Assists with financial incentives

Career progression ST I to ST II to Surgical Assist- progressions may require certifications and further education.

Company

Aurora Health Care

At Aurora Health Care, helping people live well is what drives us – it’s our purpose and what we do every day.

Founded in 1984

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

10001+ employees

http://aurorahealthcare.org

H1B Sponsorship

Aurora Health Care has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2024 (1)

2023 (1)

2022 (2)

2021 (1)

2020 (1)