Certified Surgical Tech

Rush Copley Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Copley Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the surgical team, including the surgeon and anesthetist, during preoperative and operative procedures. The position requires a graduate from a surgical technology program and certification by the Association of Operating Room Technicians.

The ideal candidate must possess a current CPR card, the ability to handle emergencies, and be ready to take on-call responsibilities when needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a surgical technology program with certification.
• Current American Heart Association CPR card.
• Ability to function in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon and anesthetist in delivering patient care.
• Act as the primary scrub person during operations.
• Prepare for and support during the entire preoperative experience.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient care

Assisting in surgical procedures

Education

Certification by the Association of Operating Room Technicians

Graduate of a program of surgical technology

Job description

Position Summary

Functions as the member of the surgical team who assists the surgeon, anesthesiologist/anesthetist and RN in delivering direct patient care during the entire preoperative experience. Acts as the primary scrub person or first assistant during the operative procedure.

Position Requirements

• Graduate of a program of surgical technology of at least one year duration and possess certification by the Association of Operating Room Technicians.
• Current American Heart Association CPR card
• Ability to function in emergency situations
• Ability to take call upon request needed.