Surgical Technologist - Outpatient

About the role

Be part of something remarkable as you join our team to work together to perform surgical procedures to patients. UW Health is located in the beautiful capital city of Madison - a cosmopolitan city of more than 280,000. Madison is uniquely situated on an isthmus between the areas two largest lakes Mendota and Monona-a setting that offers impressive beauty and wide variety of cultural and recreational activities. Madison is within a short drive to Milwaukee, Chicago and Minneapolis.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare the operating room prior to surgery, ensure the right instruments and supplies are ready in the room.
• Assist the surgeon by anticipating their next move and handing them any instruments that may be needed in order to make the procedure run as smooth and efficient as possible.
• Assist with inventory control.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program Required
• Two (2) years of Surgical Technologist experience may be considered in lieu of completion of a Surgical Technologist program
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification within 6 months Required
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Preferred

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Schedule

Full-time, 100% FTE, 8 or 10-hour day shifts. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:40 AM - 5:10 PM. No weekends, Holidays or on-call required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay

This position may be eligible for up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants