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UnaSource Surgery Center·Troy, Michigan
Surgical technologist · $24 - $36/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 578 posted allied health roles in Michigan rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 43% below the Michigan median for allied health roles.
The surgical technologist provides technical support to the surgical team by assisting with scrubbing, instrument preparation, and maintaining a sterile operating environment. They also ensure patient safety, assist with equipment management, and facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
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The surgical technologist serves as a member of the healthcare team and provides technical support to the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist in the operating room.
Assumes appropriate responsibilities in the perioperative area i.e. scrubbing, assist scrubbing, assist RN circulator, setting up and breaking down surgical procedures, pulling and putting away supplies, equipment and environmental service duties.
Performs other duties as requested.
Requires high degree of responsibility, confidentiality, and discretion.
Remains calm and effective in stressful situations and provides support in emergency situations.
Ensures safe, effective, and efficient patient care to achieve desired patient outcomes and optimal patient satisfaction.
Able to prioritize, organize, multi-task, and take direction.
Demonstrates attention to accuracy and detail.
Supports the organization mission and vision.
Promotes teamwork and functions as a team member providing care that encompasses compassion, collaboration, and trust.
Possesses a moral obligation to promote the welfare, health, and safety of the patient, and to advocate on the patient’s behalf whenever necessary.
Planning
Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and instruments are ready for use.
Clean operating room between cases.
Restock operating rooms as necessary to meet par levels.
Assist other operating rooms for coverage.
Prepare cases for next day.
May operate sterilizer, lights, suction machine, and other designated equipment.
Ensure patient, procedure, operative site, positioning and equipment correspond.
Scrubbing
Know principles and methods of sterilization.
Perform hand scrub according to policy and procedure.
Arrange instruments and supplies for surgical procedure.
Maintain integrity of instruments.
Ensure proper counting of sponges, instruments, and sharps.
Candidates must be graduates of an approved school of Surgical Technology and hold a current certification. One year of experience in an operating room setting is preferred, along with a valid BLS certification.
Assist in gowning of other personnel and draping of patient.
Anticipate surgeon’s needs.
Pass instruments to surgeon and/or assistant as appropriate.
Communicate needs to circulators to ensure efficient and uninterrupted progress of procedure.
Prepare and preserve specimens.
Assist with induction and anesthesia.
Verify name, strength and dosage of medication with circulator; confirm and label and place on surgical field.
Clean and disinfect all tables, counter surfaces, stands and floor.
May help transport patient and restock the operating room.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of surgical technologist policies and procedures in compliance with licensure and accreditation.
Knowledgeable of suture technique and retracting.
Knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.
Verbal skills to effectively listen and communicate.
Math skills to count sponges, sutures, sharps and instrumentation accurately.
Reading skills to read preference cards, charts and instructions.
Demonstrate knowledge of age specific criteria.
Demonstrate competency in total joint and spine intraoperative nursing
Annual completion of specified mandatory in-services.
Annual completion of six hours of total joint and spine specialty education.
Physical Characteristics
See well enough to read written/typed material, monitors, gauges, printouts, computer screens, etc.
Speak well enough to communicate with physicians, coworkers, patients and families.
Hear well enough to interact with all contacts and hear alarms and monitor signals.
Mobility to stand, walk, run, and respond quickly and carefully within the confines of the operating room and also in emergency situations.
Mobility to bend, stoop, pull, and lift.
Good eye/hand coordination.
Ability to push/pull carts, beds, and other equipment.
Ability to physically assist patients.
Education/Experience
Graduate of approved school of Surgical Technology and certified by examination from the Association of Surgical Technologists.
One year of current CST experience preferred in the OR setting.
Annual completion of specified mandatory in-services.
BLS certification.
Additional Characteristics
Ability to work flexible hours to meet Center’s needs.
Annual completion of specified competencies and in-services
Have ability to problem solve and to stay calm under stress.
Ability to work in fast-paced environment with few mistakes.
UnaSource Surgery Center, LLC offers competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and much more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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.