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+ Area of Interest: Allied Health

+ Salary Range: $30.45-$45.67/HR*

+ Sign On Bonus: $5,000

+ FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.8

+ Department: Operations Room- RI

+ Shift: Varied/Days

+ Job ID: 155063

Overview

$5,000 Sign-On BonusShift: Monday-Friday; 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM Call: 1-2 Nights/week and every 4th weekend

Under the sup ervision of a Surgeon, assists with the intraoperativ e care of the surgical patient to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical skills used to assist the Surgeon to provide optimal results for the patient.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 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 that align with 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 and health 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.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

+ Provide intraoperative assistance to the surgeon, including tissue retraction, suctioning, cauterization, and suturing, while maintaining a sterile field and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.

+ Support surgical room preparation by gathering necessary supplies, assisting with patient care, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries.

+ Uphold professional standards through continuous learning, adherence to regulatory guidelines (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.), and maintaining required certifications with reliable attendance

Qualifications

Education:

+ Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology and surgical assisting.

+ Must maintain CEUS as defined by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.

Experience:

+ New grad to experienced surgical technologist first assist

License(s)/Certification(s):

+ CPR certification required.

+ Certified Surgical Technologist-First Assist

+ Certification required through an accredited program.