Surgical Tech - Operating Room
Urbana, Illinois
Employer: Carle Health
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period.
Special Summer Incentive
* Sign on bonus - $15,000
*Free Health Insurance for the rest of the year
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate in Surgical Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Incumbents in the role as of March 13, 2022 will have one (1) year to obtain certification requirement. upon hire and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two (2) years as Surgical Technologist
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrates advance knowledge and proficient practice in the first scrub role in a majority of surgical procedures including complex cases. Applies knowledge of advanced surgical techniques and knowledge related to surgical procedures and emergency situations. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and anticipates the perioperative needs of the patient and surgeon. Exhibits a high level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care. Understands, values, and promotes perioperative teamwork.
Essential Functions:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period.
Special Summer Incentive
* Sign on bonus - $15,000
*Free Health Insurance for the rest of the year
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate in Surgical Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Incumbents in the role as of March 13, 2022 will have one (1) year to obtain certification requirement. upon hire and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two (2) years as Surgical Technologist
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrates advance knowledge and proficient practice in the first scrub role in a majority of surgical procedures including complex cases. Applies knowledge of advanced surgical techniques and knowledge related to surgical procedures and emergency situations. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and anticipates the perioperative needs of the patient and surgeon. Exhibits a high level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care. Understands, values, and promotes perioperative teamwork.
Essential Functions:
- Meets all criteria for Level 1
- Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment. Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.
- Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.
- Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers and self. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and unit level and established policies and procedures.
- Charges for equipment and supplies.
- Participates in room turnover and set-up.
- Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy.
- Effectively performs sterilization, disinfection and document loads per policy.
- Attends precepting class and participates in orientation and training of other surgical team members.
- Assists nurses in performing circulating skills and tasks.
- Participates in unit education though educational presentations (power point, posters, lectures, etc.)
- Applies principles of asepsis to maintain sterility during surgical set up and procedure
- Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy
- Assist with obtaining supplies, equipment, and positioning devices as well as assisting with the positioning of the patient for procedures.
- Performs sterilization of surgical instrumentation and documents per policy.
- Scrubbing duties to include classes for Medical Students, Residents, and other students
- Turns OR rooms over and sets up for next patient in an efficient manner
- Clinical Skills are Proficient in minimum of 7 specialties per Level II requirements
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
Created: 2024-09-11
Reference: 28200
Country: United States
State: Illinois
City: Urbana
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