Surgical Technologist

Company: Carle Health
Location: Normal
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Position Summary:




$3,500.00 Sign on bonus - External only

The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period.









Qualifications:




EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate in Surgical Technology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Independently scrubs basic surgical procedures. Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Applied basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Applies basic knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork. Applies principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.









Essential Functions:

• Applies principles of asepsis to maintain sterility during surgical set up and procedure.
• Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment, and appropriate knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.
• Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost-effective department.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers, and self.
• Charges for equipment and supplies.
• Participates in room turnover and set-up.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy.
• Effectively performs sterilization, disinfection and document loads per policy.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  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. - For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
  
  
  
  Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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