Surgical Technologist - Operating Room (1.0 Days) Ortho Team

Mercy is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the Operating Room on the Ortho Team. This full-time day position offers external applicants up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus. You will provide technical support to surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other operating room professionals while maintaining strict aseptic and sterile technique standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform first scrub role on core orthopedic cases and anticipate surgeon requests
• Maintain sterile technique and demonstrate understanding of asepsis principles
• Ensure all necessary items and equipment are in the operating room prior to each case
• Conduct accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts in conjunction with the RN
• Demonstrate knowledge of sterilization, disinfection, and proper use of protective barrier equipment
• Understand and use instrumentation and equipment properly, considering maintenance, safety, and availability
• Perform surgical assistant duties as needed
• Function proficiently as first scrub in one additional specialty and may function in the second circulator role
• Demonstrate basic anatomy related to procedures
• Follow Mercy's safety guidelines, carry out job-specific safety duties, and promptly report unsafe conditions, situations, incidents, and injuries

Schedule

• Day shift
• 40 scheduled weekly hours

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one year experience as a Surgical Technologist, Patient Care Technician, CNA, or Paramedic
• Currently certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support in accordance with the American Heart Association

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently

Compensation

• Hourly pay rate
• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants