Surgical Technician

Surgical Technician - OR

Detroit Medical Center (DMC) – Advanced technology, supportive, collaborative environment. Position in the operating room assisting surgical teams.

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of duties in the OR and related areas to assist the surgical team, following established policies and procedures.

• 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 dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder childcare, auto, home insurance

Note:

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

Sign‑on bonus: $13,500 with required relevant experience.

• Scrubs on all types of operating procedures; handles surgical instruments, sutures & sponges; anticipates surgeons' needs and assists as necessary.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique; ensures instruments are accounted for during and after surgery.
• Observes patient's condition while in the OR; reports any changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia.
• Prepares for scheduled operative procedures, ensuring necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available.
• Maintains a clean and safe OR environment; cleans rooms, sterilizes equipment, and restocks OR supplies.
• Assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR; verifies patient identity, assists with lifting and positioning.
• May assist as second circulator under RN direction; prepares materials for departmental education programs.
• Assists in trial and evaluation of new surgical products; provides input on new policies and procedures.
• Participates in assigned committees; performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited surgical technician program or equivalent training.
• Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists highly desirable.
• One to two years of experience as a surgical technician preferred.

DMC Harper University Hospital is known for surgical excellence and innovative research, with centers of excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, and more.

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Type:
Full Time

Shift: Day

Location:

Detroit, Michigan
Primary

Location:

Detroit, Michigan
Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women’s Hospital
Job Type: Full Time