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Saint Joseph Mercy Health System

Surgical Technologist

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528

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Position Purpose Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.

What the Surgical Technologist Will Do

Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to all procedures.

Applies principles of asepsis and infection prevention.

Identifies breaches in aseptic technique and implements interventions for resolution.

Assists with position, prepping and draping of the patient.

Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating, and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.

Assists with exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning and sponging.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a Surgical Technologist program; or six years of surgical tech experience

Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Familiarity with standard desktop and Windows-based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation.

Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.

Benefits

Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes

Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country

Tuition Reimbursement

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Hours: 40 hours per week

Equal Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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