Surg Tech

Location: Mequon, WI – Columbia St. Mary's Ozaukee Hospital, Surgery Department. PRN schedule.

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating suite by meticulously organizing sterile and non-sterile instruments, ensuring a seamless and efficient start for every surgical procedure.
• Support surgical precision by anticipating the surgeon’s needs and providing required instrumentation, directly enabling a fluid and successful procedural flow.
• Ensure patient safety and dignity by skillfully assisting with transport, positioning, and sterile draping to create a secure, comfortable environment.
• Uphold rigorous safety standards by tracking instrument counts throughout the case, actively preventing complications and maintaining complete surgical integrity.
• Collaborate with the surgical team during critical procedural phases, such as assisting with hemostasis and wound closure, to contribute to positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month of hire date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• High School diploma or equivalency plus 2 years of cumulative experience, or Associate’s/Technical degree, or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Benefits

• Retirement: 403(b) plan.
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.