Surgical Technologist - General

UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin

$30 - $44/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Surgical Technologist - General · $30 - $44/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

At the median vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Madison, Wisconsin ($29.52/hr, n=116)

149 similar openings in the Madison area · median $29.52/hr

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 116 posted allied health roles in Madison, Wisconsin rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about level with the Madison, Wisconsin median for allied health roles.

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

Work Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, day/evening shift. Shifts scheduled Monday through Friday, you will work 4 10-hour shifts. This position also includes a weekend, weekday and holiday on-call requirements. 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 parental leave and adoption assistance.

Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.

Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Requirements

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 a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential is preferred.

professional certificate
Patient care
Basic life support
Surgical instrumentation
Surgical assistance
Sterile technique
Surgical technology
Operating room preparation
Trauma center support

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Parental leave
Tuition benefits
Adoption assistance
Wellness options

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $30 - $44/hr
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Posted: Jul 31, 2026
Application: Employer website

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