Surgical Tech I - OSF HealthCare

Expected pay for this position is $29.90-$35.18. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Surgical Technologist provides care for patients across the life span based on physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety, appropriate to the age of the person. Primarily performs duties of scrub person throughout the intra-operative phase of care. Recognizes significant conditions and reactions and notifies the RN, Charge Nurse, Anesthesia provider and/or the physician of the patient’s condition. Adheres to a high standard of patient safety principles and aseptic and sterile techniques. Follows and understands the standards and recommended practices according to the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) and Association of Surgical Technologist. (AST).

Position requires previous Surgical tech experience.

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Certification in Surgical Technology

Licensure/ Certification: Certification in Surgical Technology

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.