Surgical Technician
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and precision make all the difference? We’re looking for a Surgical Technician to support our surgical team and ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care before, during, and after procedures.
Assist with patient care activities under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse
Perform selected perioperative technical procedures once competency is demonstrated
Work closely with RNs and other healthcare professionals to deliver seamless patient care
Support the surgical team by maintaining standards of perioperative nursing practice
Provide technical services and assistance that contribute to excellent patient and family experiences
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure efficiency, safety, and patient satisfaction
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Assists with patient care activities and performs selected perioperative technical procedures under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. Works cooperatively with other health care team members. Collaborates with RNs and other health care workers to facilitate the delivery of patient care while maintaining standards for perioperative nursing practice in the clinical setting. Successful performance contributes to a holistic approach to the delivery of services, quality patient/family care, and a high level of satisfaction from patients and surgical team. Performs procedures for patients after competency determined and provides technical services and support.
Qualifications:EDUCATION: Graduate of an approved surgical technology program Must read, write, speak and comprehend fluent English. Must have basic computer skills with the ability to advance to intermediate computer skills. EXPERIENCE: Prefer reference of stable work history. Prefer knowledge of hospital work setting. Able to function in team setting with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Previous operating room surgical technology experience preferred. Qualifications/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Graduate of an approved surgical technology program Must read, write, speak and comprehend fluent English. Must have basic computer skills with the ability to advance to intermediate computer skills. Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) within one year of employment.