Surgical First Assist

1 month ago

Milwaukee Wisconsin, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time
Details
  • Department: Operating Room
  • Schedule: 1.0 / Full Time / Rotating Schedule
  • Hospital: Columbia Saint Mary's Milwaukee
  • Location: Milwaukee, WI
Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.

Responsibilities

Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.

  • Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
  • Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
  • Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
  • Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
  • Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
  • Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.
Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences

Experience is strongly preferred

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

  • CVOR Surgical Technologist

    3 weeks ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Sign On Bonus: $5,000Department: Operating Room / SurgerySchedule: Full Time / Day Shift / M-F varied hours between 0530-1530 with some call commitment on nights/weekends/holidays.Hospital: Columbia Saint Mary'sLocation: Milwaukee, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including...

  • CVOR Surgical Technologist

    1 month ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Sign On Bonus: $5,000Department: Operating Room / SurgerySchedule: Full Time / Day Shift / M-F varied hours between 0530-1530 with some call commitment on nights/weekends/holidays.Hospital: Columbia Saint Mary'sLocation: Milwaukee, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including...

  • Surgical Services Asst

    4 weeks ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Department: Operating RoomSchedule: Full Time / 1.0FTE / Day ShiftHospital: Columbia Saint Mary'sLocation: Milwaukee, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption...

  • Graduate Nurse or RN | Ortho Neuro Unit

    1 month ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Department: Ortho Neuro Medical Surgical 7ESchedule: Full Time Days | .9 FTE | 7am-7pm with every third weekend and holiday rotationsHospital: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's HospitalLocation: Milwaukee WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term &...

  • Surgical First Assist

    4 weeks ago

    Brookfield, Wisconsin, 53045, Waukesha County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Department: SurgerySchedule: Full time; EveningsHospital: Elmbrook Memorial HospitalLocation: Brookfield, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition...

  • Surgical First Assist

    3 weeks ago

    Brookfield, Wisconsin, 53045, Waukesha County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Department: SurgerySchedule: Full time; Start time 8am; 8 or 10 hour shifts; some on-call (nights and weekends)Hospital: Elmbrook Memorial HospitalLocation: Brookfield, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee...

  • Graduate Nurse or RN | Ortho Neuro Unit

    1 month ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Sign On Bonus May Be AvailableDepartment: Med Surg 7ESchedule: Full Time Nights .9 FTE | Hours are 7pm-7:30am with every third weekend rotation and every other holiday rotation.Hospital: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's HospitalLocation: Milwaukee WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    3 weeks ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: flexibleEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Under the observation of the surgical tech, OR Nurse or Surgeon performs...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    1 week ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: flexibleEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Under the observation of the surgical tech, OR Nurse or Surgeon performs...

  • Sterile Processing Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Department: Sterile Processing DepartmentSchedule: Full Time, EveningsMonday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:30pmHospital: Columbia St.Mary's MilwaukeeLocation: 2301 N Lake DriveMilwaukee, WI 53211Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    4 months ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: eveningsEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Organizes, directs, and implements daily activities regarding surgical...

  • Registered Nurse RN Med Surg

    1 month ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53211, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details $1,715 - $2,277 Weekly RateDepartment: Associate Travel Program - Med SurgSchedule: Multiple shifts available, 36 hours per week Hospital: Multiple Ascension acute care hospitalsLocation: Local and national travel options are available depending on need.This position is a permanent, full time position made up of 13 week travel assignments - not a...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    4 months ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Level I for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: eveningsEmployment Type: Staff Job DescriptionMajor Responsibilities:Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    3 months ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Level I for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: daysEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    4 months ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Level I for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: daysEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    4 months ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Level I for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: daysEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    3 weeks ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Level I for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: daysEmployment Type: Staff Job DescriptionMajor Responsibilities:Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    4 months ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53244, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Level I for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: daysEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal...

  • Technologist-Surgical

    1 month ago

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53210, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Ascension Full time

    Details Department: SurgerySchedule: Day-time, .9Hospital: St. Joseph HospitalLocation: Milwaukee, WIBenefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement...

  • Staff - Surgical Technologist

    3 weeks ago

    Wauwatosa, Wisconsin,, Milwaukee County, WI, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time

    Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: flexibleEmployment Type: Staff Major Responsibilities:Under the observation of the surgical tech, OR Nurse or Surgeon performs...