UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin
Prepare the operating room prior to surgery and perform complex surgical procedures. Anticipate the needs of surgeons and provide direct assistance during operations.
30am - 5:00pm, you will work 4 10-hour days. Weekend rotation required. Weekend, weekday and Holiday on-call obligations. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable
Join our remarkable team as they work together to perform surgical procedures to patients. 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.
Work in our fast paced environment to prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery.
Prepare for and perform complex surgical procedures.
Anticipate the needs of and assist surgeons during surgery.
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.
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.
UW Health East Madison Hospital [https://www.uwhealth.org/uw-health-at-the-american-center/45863] - is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.
Job Description: UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
Completion of a Surgical Technologist program or two years of equivalent experience is required. BLS/CPR certification is mandatory within six months of hire.
Market context
Wisconsin employers commonly look for surgical technologists with accredited training, current BLS certification, and, for stronger candidates, prior OR experience and NBSTSA certification. This role can be competitive because operating room teams need reliable, detail-oriented support and often prefer applicants who can step into fast-paced surgical settings with minimal onboarding. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to any OR experience you have.