Job detail

Surgical Technologist, GU/GYN/Transplant Team

UW Health

#Shift Differential #BLS #CPR #Patient Care #Healthcare #Operating Room #Surgery #Surgical Procedures #Medical

Quick overview

The Surgical Technologist will prepare the operating room and assist surgeons during complex surgical procedures within a Level 1 Trauma Center. They are responsible for anticipating the needs of the surgical team to ensure efficient and safe patient care.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have completed a Surgical Technologist program or possess two years of relevant experience. A Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required within six months of hire, and Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) status is preferred.

professional certificateCPRPatient careBasic life supportSurgical instrumentationSurgical assistanceSterile techniqueSurgical technologyOperating room preparationTrauma center supportComplex surgical procedures

Job description

Work Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, day/evening shift. Monday – Friday between the hours of 6

40am – 6:00pm. Evening and night rotations required based on operational needs. This position also includes an on-call requirement for weekday, weekend and holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay

This position may be eligible for up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants
Additional components of compensation may include:
Evening and night shift differential
Weekend differential
On call pay

Be part of something remarkable

Join our remarkable inpatient surgery team as they work together to perform complex surgical procedures to patients from all over the world! UW Health is located in the beautiful capital city of Madison - a cosmopolitan city of more than 280,000. Madison [https://careers.uwhealth.org/loving-our-community/] is uniquely situated on an isthmus between the areas two largest lakes Mendota and Monona—a setting that offers impressive beauty and wide variety of cultural and recreational activities. Madison is within a short drive to Milwaukee, Chicago and Minneapolis.

We are seeking a Surgical Tech to

Work in our fast-paced environment to prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery.
Work with world renowned surgeons within our Level 1 Trauma Center.
Prepare for and perform complex surgical procedures.
Anticipate the needs of and assist surgeons during surgery.

At UW Health, you will have

An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

Completion of a Surgical Technologist program Required
Two (2) years of Surgical Technologist experience may be considered in lieu of completion of a Surgical Technologist Program

Work Experience
Completion of a Surgical Technologist program Preferred
1 year of experience as a Surgical Technologist Preferred

Licenses & Certifications
Basic Life Support/CPR certification within 6 months Required
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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