Surgical Technologist I - Children%27s OR 80 - 100%

%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EQualified candidates%26nbsp;may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to %245,000.%26nbsp;Current UI employees are not eligible.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EThe Stead Family Children’s Hospital Department of Perioperative Services is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assists with surgical procedures; provision of therapeutic, preventive and emergency patient care duties; and preparation, operation and maintenance of routine and complex equipment, instruments and supplies. All duties are done under the direction of a registered professional nurse.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EDuties to Include:%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EPrepare surgical area for patient care and anticipate the needs of the surgical team%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EApply knowledge related to emergency situations and surgical procedures in the operating room%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EDemonstrate understanding of principles of medical and surgical asepsis; recognize and communicate breaks in aseptic technique%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EProvide for proper care and handling of equipment, instruments, supplies and implants (E/I/S/I)%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EDemonstrate knowledge of various surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EDemonstrate competency in performance of delegated technical functions and clinical activities, in accordance with institutional policies%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EAssist with the provision of patient care with regard to the patient%27s condition and age%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EExhibit high level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EDemonstrate critical thinking skills in relations to anticipating the needs of the patient and surgeon%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EImplement measures to prevent potential patient problems/complications and reports unusual incidents%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EAssist with documentation according to department/division standard under the direction of the Registered Nurse%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EPerform computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EServe as primary preceptor to orient new staff and/or student technologists to scrubbing duties%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EServe as a mentor and positive role model to new employees and other surgical team members%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EPractice standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EFollow changes in patient care protocol based on research findings%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EParticipate in and contribute to unit staff meetings and in-service programs%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EMay participate in perioperative initiatives or shared governance committees%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EPerform other special projects and tasks as assigned%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;margin-bottom:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:normal;%22%3EThe Department of Perioperative Services within the Stead Family Children’s Hospital is responsible for providing services for patients before, during, and after surgery. Our staff is committed to providing quality patient care, compassionate service, and exhibiting University of Iowa HealthCare WECARE Core values in all we do. 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Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of a vocational or military course in surgical technology, or certification as a Surgical Technologist

Desirable Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Experience in scrubbing pediatric emergency cases including craniotomy, ortho trauma and general surgery

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume or CV (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. If applicable, internal references will be conducted with approval from the candidate. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

The department intends to hire for one position from either Surgical Technologist I, requisition 26005355 or Surgical Technologist II, requisition 26005356 based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered.

Please contact [email protected] for further details on this position.

Job Details
Primary Location: Iowa City
Job: Patient Care Providers
Organization: Healthcare
Schedule: Regular
Job Type: Full-time
Travel: No
Job Posting: Sep 28, 2026, 12:51:27 PM