Surgical Technologist - Digestive Health Center

Overview

The Surgical Technologist provides clinical support in the Digestive Health Center. As a member of the endoscopy team, the Surgical Technologist assists with patient care activities, obtains specimens, assists physician with instruments and setting up and tearing down room between cases. Role includes reprocessing of endoscopes and accessory instruments and resource for technical equipment within the department.

**** This position qualifies for a $5,000 sign-on bonus!!!!

• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology OR Certificate of Completion in Surgical Technology (within 18 months).
• Licenses/Certifications:
  
  Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) within 18 months – Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA);
  Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA).
• Specialized Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent communication skills, hand/eye coordination, knowledge of infection control principles; independent scrubs basic surgical procedures; applied basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, pharmacology, electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, lasers; demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork; applies principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.

• Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost‑effective department.
• Collects data on assigned patients as directed by RN and unit based performance standards.
• Performs accurate documentation duties on the nursing unit and in patient records as directed by unit based performance standards and guidelines.
• Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a clean and/or sterile environment; maintains separation of clean and dirty.
• Communicates effectively with team members and patients and families.
• Assists providers with procedures and treatments.
• Assists in cleaning and sterilization of instruments in accordance with unit and hospital policy and nursing society guidelines.
• Cleans and stocks exam and procedure rooms.
• Obtains specimens and transports in accordance to hospital policy.
• Resource for technical equipment within the department.
• Assists with inventory and restocking of supplies.

Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health offers opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life‑long careers at Carle Health.

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.

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The compensation range for this position is $22.75 per hour – $37.99 per hour. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits
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