Surgical Technologist – ST

Advocate Aurora Health

Surgical Technologist performing aseptic techniques to prepare for surgeries. Ensuring environmental safety and efficiency, assisting surgical teams in optimal patient care.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeAurora • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aseptic surgical techniques and the preparation of materials and equipment for surgical procedures, ensuring a clean and safe operating environment. Possesses strong customer service and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with healthcare teams.

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Aseptic Surgical TechniquesSurgical Technology CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Operating Room Equipment KnowledgeCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Aseptic Surgical TechniquesSurgical Procedure KnowledgeEnvironmental DisinfectionEquipment PreparationBasic Computer Proficiency

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCustomer Service Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Surgical TechnologyOperating Room SafetyPatient CareSurgical ProceduresHealthcare Providers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care.
Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room.
Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.
Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.
Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures.
Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer proficiency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, market informed pay
Sign On Bonuses $8000-$12,000 based on experience
Day 1 comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Well-being and education programs
Professional Development incentive