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Certified Surgical Tech (Full-time)

Gundersen Health System·La Crosse, Wisconsin

$27 - $27/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Acts as a scrub person to assist physicians and supports RNs with circulating duties in the Main OR. Responsible for preparing, selecting, and maintaining surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies.

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Certified Surgical Tech to join our Main OR team in La Crosse, WI!

What you will do

  • Work 36 hours/week
  • Shift: 9hr shifts (primarily days) Monday - Friday in the Main OR
  • Night and weekend call rotation. Call response time is 60 minutes or less.
  • Holiday
  • Rotation: 1-2 holidays per year
  • Assists physician as scrub person according to prescribed standards. Assist RN in performing circulating duties as directed.
  • Performs primarily in the scrub role preparing, selecting maintaining equipment, instruments, and supplies.

What you need

Graduate from an accredited surgical tech program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within 2 years of hire date. This is not needed until 2 years AFTER start date.

Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

What you will get

Starting pay is $27.32/ hour + more for relatable experience!

1st Surgical Assistant trainee program

A work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

Top-notch benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid time off, competitive health insurance, wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy, tuition reimbursement, and more

Career Growth/CDC - Growth opportunities and access to Emplify Health’s Career Development Center to help you navigate your career

If you have a passion for enriching every life, this may be the right opportunity for you!

About Emplify Health by Gundersen

Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org [HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org] or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited surgical tech program with current Infant-Adult BLS certification. CST certification is required within two years of the hire date.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Care
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Operating Room Procedures
  • Basic Life Support
  • Sterile Technique
  • Surgical Scrubbing

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) With Matching
  • Career Development Center

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$27 - $27/hr
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Posted
Jun 24, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Gundersen Health System

We united with Bellin Health in 2022 to form Emplify Health. We are a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network with headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wis. We deliver primary, specialty and emergency care in 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics in Wisconsin,...

Salary listed on 175 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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In Wisconsin, allied health openings like neurodiagnostic technician roles are often driven by hospital and clinic needs for skilled diagnostic support. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with BLS, ABRET registration, and prior neurodiagnostic experience, while offering standard benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm whether your EEG, EMG/NCV, or related experience aligns before applying.

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