Certified Surgical Technician

37703 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - Surgery RoomFull timeYes40

11am to 7pm shift. Candidates needs to be able to cover the 3p-11p shift if needed.

Scheduled Hours: Full Time; Monday through Friday 11:00 am to 7:30 pm, and ability to cover the 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm shift if needed. Including rotating call

Education/Experience Required:
High school graduate or GED.

Completion of Surgical Technology or Military program.

Certification as Surgical Technologist.

CPR certification required.

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 lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.


This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Pay Range

$28.05 - $42.10

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program