Surgical Technologist I - 1.0 FTE

About the role

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Eligible for a sign on bonus up to $10,000!

If you want to make a difference in the lives of children and families, then join our surgical team at Children's Wisconsin!

As a highly trained professional, you will help prepare patients and operating rooms for surgery, and serve as an extra set of hands during surgical procedures. If this type of team work sounds intriguing to you, then we want to see you apply today!

Prepares for surgical procedures and assists surgeons by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractor and anticipating needs during surgical procedures. Assists with orientation of new personnel to the scrubbing role.

• Completion of a Surgical Tech Associates degree program.
• Ability to rotate shifts and / or work flexible hours to meet patient care needs.
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with interdisciplinary health team members and consumers.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time for up to 85% of work time, and lift and move large pieces of equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.
• The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services.

Hours: This position requires an every other weekend rotation.

7am-5pm or 9am-7pm depending on department needs.

Orientation will be Monday through Friday from 6:50am until 3:20pm with off shift rotation. Orientation lasts approximately 6 months.

This position also includes weekday, weekend and holiday call requirements (must report to the hospital within 30 mins).

Certifications/Licenses

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council