Surgical Care Technician

Overview

Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00AM-5:30PM 

Join our team as a Surgical Care Technician, where you'll ensure top-tier safety and sanitation in surgical suites. You will maintain a pristine, patient-centered environment by executing stringent infection-control procedures in operating rooms and patient areas. Collaborating closely with nursing staff, you will thrive in a fast-paced setting that requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to safety standards.

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

• Responsible for room turnover in the operating room; including mopping, sweeping, dusting, stocking supplies and other generalized or room preparations. 
• Moving and cleaning of equipment. 
• Assists in transporting patients. 
• Helps patients and families with the hospital routine. 
• Identifies and promotes a safe patient environment.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. 

Qualifications

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent

Experience:

• Environmental services training in a patient setting and/or previous healthcare setting experience preferred.  

License(s)/Certification(s): 

• CPR

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to read, write and follow written and oral instruction. 
• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients and staff.  
• Ability to set priorities and react rationally to situations in patient 

*Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs.  The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.