Surgical Technologist - Cardiothoracic

Work Schedule :

This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE day/evening shift position.

Monday - Friday between the hours of 6:40AM - 3:10PM, one rotating 9:40AM - 6:20PM shift every week.

Every 8 weeks you'll work the evening shift.

Weekday, weekend and holiday on-call required.

Pay :


* A competitive starting pay and relevant work experience will be considered.


* External candidates may be eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus for day shift (pro-rated based on FTE).


* Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.

Be part of something remarkable

Join our REMARKABLE Inpatient Surgery team who works together to perform complex surgical procedures to patients from all over the world!

We are seeking a Surgical Tech to:


* Work in our fast-paced environment to prepare the Operating Room prior to surgery.


* Work with world renowned surgeons within our Level 1 Trauma Center.


* Prepare for and perform complex surgical procedures.


* Anticipate the needs of and assist surgeons during surgery.

Education :

Minimum - Completion of Surgical Technologist program.

Two (2) years of Surgical Technologist experience may be considered in lieu of completion of a Surgical Technologist program.

Work Experience :

Preferred - Completion of a Surgical Technologist program.

One (1) year of experience as a Surgical Technologist.

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum - Basic Life Support/CPR to be obtained within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

EOE, including disability/veterans.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin-also a Magnet®-designated facility-provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families.

American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields.

It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

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