Surgical Technologist
Corewell Health·Grand Rapids, Michigan
Corewell Health·Grand Rapids, Michigan
The Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing the surgical suite, handling instruments during procedures, and maintaining the sterile field. They must evaluate changing conditions during surgeries and respond appropriately.
About this unit The Corewell Health Butterworth OR department is a level 1 trauma center.
The department consists of twenty-one (21) operating rooms that operate 24/7 including supporting other surgical services departments related to IMRI and pediatric areas.
The surgical team covers multiple specialties with a focus on trauma, orthopedic trauma, acute care surgery and neurological trauma.
Our interdisciplinary team of anesthesia providers, physicians, nurses, surgical technicians, and support technicians offer a high level of expertise and patient care.
We also support a high level of technology including the DaVinci, Rosa, and Stealth robotic equipment.
The environment offers a strong team atmosphere with comprehensive technology for safe and efficient patient care.
About Butterworth Hospital Right in the heart of Grand Rapids, you’ll find a nationally recognized hospital for patient quality and safety and the regional leader in full-service hospitals.
Since 1873, we have been growing and building a reputation of excellence in care, diagnostics, treatment, prevention, and education.
It is the flagship hospital for Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals.
Scope of work The Surgical Technologist maintains responsibility for preparation of the surgical suite, intraoperative handling of instruments, maintenance of the sterile field, and evaluation of changing conditions during the surgical procedures, making appropriate responses as needed.
Is responsible for maintaining knowledge of surgical procedures and principles related to those procedures.
May serve as a Preceptor.
Required Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or equivalent (Successful Completion of an Accredited School of Surgical Technology. Not all schools involve an Associate's degree.) Surgical Technologist Experience (Clinical rotations do count as experience) Preferred AHA OR ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 Days of hire Required
An Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or equivalent is required, along with experience in surgical technology, including clinical rotations. Basic Life Support certification is preferred within 90 days of hire.
Market context
Michigan employers typically look for surgical technologists who can step into operating room workflows with accredited training, clinical rotation experience, and prior hands-on exposure. Competition is often strongest for candidates who can show strong sterile technique, teamwork, and readiness for fast-paced surgical settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight your clinical rotations and any OR experience.
