Surgical Technician - Ambulatory

Tenet Healthcare
Detroit, MI
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of duties in the OR and related areas to assist the surgical team at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital, DMC's largest hospital offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services.

What You Will Do

Scrubs on all types of operating procedures; handles surgical instruments, sutures & sponges; anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as necessary. 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. Assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR; verifies patient identity; assists with lifting and positioning of patient for surgical procedures.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited surgical technician program or equivalent training/experience. Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists is highly desirable. One to two years experience as a surgical technician preferred. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, generous PTO, career development and continuing education opportunities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and... Equivalent 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.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 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 include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder childcare, auto home insurance
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