Surgical Tech

Up to $6,000 sign-on bonus, based on relevant experience.

About the role

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs on all types of operating procedures; handles surgical instruments, sutures, and sponges.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as necessary.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique, assumes joint responsibility with the circulating nurse for ensuring that all instruments and supplies are accounted for during and after the operation.
• Observes patient's condition while in the OR; reports any changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia.
• Prepares for scheduled operative procedures, ensuring that necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available and ready for use.
• Maintains a clean and safe OR environment; cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment.
• Restocks OR with standard supplies and assists in updating surgical instrument sets.
• Maintains power equipment and specialty instrumentation within assigned specialty areas.
• Assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR; verifies patient identity; assists with lifting and positioning of patient for surgical procedures.
• May assist as second circulator under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Prepares materials to be presented in department in-service education programs as assigned.
• Assists in the trial and evaluation of new surgical products.
• Provides input to managers in developing new policies and procedures for the department.
• Participates on committees as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of one of the following:
  • DMC surgical technician training program, or
  • Equivalent combination of training and/or experience, or
  • Successful completion of an accredited surgical technician program.
• Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists highly desirable.
• One to two years experience as a surgical technician preferred.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Call commitment required.

Benefits

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts, healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, auto and home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Facility Description

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Oakland County is committed to outstanding customer service and medical care. This hospital features the Harris Birthing Center with all private birthing suites, the Charach Cancer Treatment Center (affiliated with the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center), cardiac services, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient diagnostic care. For emergency services, obstetrics, and ambulatory surgery, Huron Valley-Sinai consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the nation.

Full-time, rotating shift.