Surgical Specialty Technologist - Cardiothoracic - Operation Room

Location and Work Details WI-St. Agnes Hospital, Illinois (also Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Schedule Options: Full Time Job Type: Employee Department: View phone number on click.appcast.io CARDIAC SURGERY Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Job Summary Performs the roles in the Neurosurgery, Orthopedics/Spine and Ophthalmology (i.e., transplants, retina, and extensive glaucoma cases) surgical specialties and performs patient care activities as assigned to assist the registered nurse or physician. Primary Responsibilities Anticipates and plans individualized care for the patient based on advanced knowledge of the surgical case and anticipates unexpected patient and surgeon needs. Assists surgical cases by running the table and assisting the surgeon at an expert level on all types of specialty cases utilizing the principles of surgical asepsis, infection control, universal precautions and life safety. Maintains an orderly and organized work environment and takes responsibility for the maintenance and care of all specialty equipment and assists the team to meet both quality and efficiency outcomes. Prioritizes effectively, implements high level problem solving skills and performs in a coordinated manner when delivering care in high stress environments. Demonstrates expertise in the operation and function of all instrumentation and equipment for all cases in specialty area. Maintains all specialty instrument sets, demonstrating understanding of appropriate sterilization methods and acts as a resource and mentor to non-specialty staff on specialty equipment and instrumentation. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education High School diploma/GED or equivalent 10 years of related work experience. Experience Six months’ experience in a surgical specialty or two years’ of general surgical technician experience. Physical Requirements Constant use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors. Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Constant lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching and gripping. Frequent use of clear vision at 20 inches or less. Frequent use of speech to share information through oral communication. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing over 50 lbs. Occasional use of clear vision at 20 feet or more. Occasional use of sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional keyboard use/data entry. Rare kneeling. Required Professional Licensure & Certifications Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA). Other Job Details All candidates must have completed an accredited surgical tech program to be eligible to apply. Sign‑on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign‑on bonus eligibility. Benefits Getting paid every day! Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year. Adoption assistance. Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans. Retirement benefits including employer matching plans. Long‑term and short‑term disability. Employee assistance programs (EAP). Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health