Surgical Tech General Surgery

Overview

The Surgical Tech works under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate safe surgical procedures, maintaining OR safety, equipment function, and patient safety. The tech recognizes patient conditions and notifies the care team.

EXPECTED PAY:

• Surgical Technologist I: $/hour
• Surgical Technologist II: $/hour (3% range adjustment)

Shift Differentials:

• 2nd shift - $2.25/hour
• 3rd shift - $2.75/hour
• Weekend - $2.50/hour
• On-Call Pay - $3.00/hour (time-and-a-half of base rate if called in)

$11,250 Sign‑On Bonus
Relocation Bonus Offered

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED; requires completion of a Surgical Tech program with the ability to sit for certification OR 2 years minimum working in a Surgical Tech role.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2 years in a Surgical Technologist/Technician role if completion of a Surgical tech program has not been completed.
• Licensure/Certification:
  American Heart Association CPR (BLS)
• Other Skills/Knowledge:
  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented. Requires intra-operative orientation to learn department/unit policies, procedures and work routines; to develop competency in the use of medical equipment and instruments used in the procedure/operating room; to learn quality/safety standards; and to gain an understanding of the various types of surgical procedures within their service line.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED; requires completion of a Surgical Tech program and Surgical Technologist Certification with a minimum of 3 years working in a Surgical Tech role OR minimum 5 years working in a Surgical Tech role.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 3 years in Surgical Technologist role if certified. Minimum of 5 years in Surgical Technologist role if not certified.
• Licensure/Certification:
  American Heart Association CPR (BLS), Surgical Technologist Certification or 5 years or more in a Surgical Technologist role.

• Licensure/Certification:
  Certification in Surgical Technology

OSF Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.