IL Certified Surgical Technologist

IL Certified Surgical Technologist- FT Days

Job Category: Surgical Services

Requisition Number: ILCER
014010

• Posted:
  January 13, 2026
• Full-Time

Deaconess IL Med Center, 3333 W Deyoung St, Marion, IL 62959, USA

To advance the health and wellbeing of our community with a compassionate and caring spirit.

The CST is a Certified Surgical Technologist, who performs various care activities including scrub duties and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort and safety of the patients served. The CST provides assistance to professional staff and works under the direction of the registered nurse. The CST must be able to demonstrate growth and development knowledge and skills to provide patient care appropriate to the age of the patient served.

Employee must be able to successfully complete job specific orientation, competencies, and meet/exceed standards as identified in the criteria based performance appraisal.

• Prepares materials and equipment for cases as needed and assists physicians in all types of procedures as required
• Assists in transportation and preparation of patients
• Ensures transport of specimens and other materials to appropriate areas
• Maintains unit supplies and equipment. Is familiar with all procedural equipment and supplies. Understands the proper use, storage and troubleshooting of equipment. Troubleshoots certain problems and reports malfunctions to appropriate persons
• Checks stock levels, restocks at least every shift, and cleans patient care areas and other areas of department
• Answers the phone and directs calls to the appropriate persons. Utilizes hospital computer to carry out duties viewing data or other functions as appropriate
• Maintains aseptic environment for patients
• Assists professional personnel in the control of supplies and medications
• Assists with patient care activities in the pre/post procedure area as needed
• Provides or assists with basic care requirements treatments and procedures
• Shares knowledge and assists others when appropriate, including orientees and students
• Utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains confidentiality
• Participates in performance improvement activities including OFI’s, CQI teams, committees, and special projects
• Keeps current on care center affairs and fulfills assigned care center responsibilities
• Utilizes resources such as staffing, supplies, and equipment in an effective and efficient manner

You will work in Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in the surgical center, collaborating closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care during surgical operations.

• Graduate of accredited school of certified surgical technology Required or
• Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program Required

• Minimum of one year relevant experience as a CST Preferred

Hourly Range - $26.25-$39.38

Eligible for evening/night, weekend shift incentive based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.

Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.

• Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
• Career advancement opportunities

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