Certified Surgical Technologist

Position: Certified Surgical Technologist - $28-42 per hour
Location: Barrington

Certified Surgical Technologist - $28-42 per hour at Advocate Aurora Health summary:
The Certified Surgical Technologist prepares and maintains sterile surgical environments, ensures availability of instruments and supplies per physician preferences, and supports surgical teams during procedures. They adhere to hospital policies, maintain patient confidentiality, and promote a cooperative work environment while handling stressful situations and emergency support tasks. This role requires certification, strong communication skills, physical stamina, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a job in Barrington, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

Certified Surgical Technologist

• Discipline:

Allied Health Professional

• Duration:

Ongoing

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: flexible

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Employment Type:

Staff
Scheduled

Hours:

Full Time; 11:00 am to 7:30 pm Monday through Friday; must be able to work 3pm to 11pm when needed. Rotating Call is required - must be able to arrive within 30 minutes.
Education/Experience

Required:

High school graduate or GED.
Completion of Surgical Technology or Military program.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required:

Good communication skills.
Ability to independently perform scrub duties.
CPR certification required.
Certification as Surgical Technologist.
Major Responsibilities:
Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned.
1)
Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner.
2)
Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments.
3)
Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure.
4)
Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.
5)
Assists in emergency situations as assigned.
6)
Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards.
7)
Maintains educational records and hours worked electronically.
8)
Maintains competencies.
9)
Maintains on-call availability.
Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field.
1)
Verifies instrument/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card.
2)
Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading preference cards and scrub tips.
3)
Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments.
4)
Assists with clean-up and turnover upon completion of case.
5)
Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs.
6)
Able to identify the types of sterilization methods and to effectively operate the sterilizers using the appropriate cycle and biological indicators.
7)
Returns unused supply items to the proper storage areas.
8)
Assists in stocking of rooms.
In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment.
1)
Assists with maintaining goals of Surgical Services and Advocate.
2)
Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.
3)
Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately.
4)
Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned.
Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
1)
Maintains patient confidentiality.
2)
Utilizes guest relation techniques with members of health care team and patients
Responsible for maintenance of professional growth.
1)
Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills.
2)
Independently completes assignments/projects.
3)
Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects.

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening disease and radiation. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to cooperate and work well with others. Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others. Ability to work in a stressful, changing environment.

Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to assume on-call responsibility.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous…