OR Scrub Technician — Surgical Team Specialist

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an OR Scrub Technician to join the Surgical Team in the Operating Room, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse. You will prepare the operating room for each patient and ensure safety and efficiency throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include gathering supplies, handling specimens and instruments, assisting during surgeries, and maintaining aseptic technique. Prior OR scrub experience is preferred, with opportunities for on-call shifts and professional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Gather supplies, instruments and equipment for each procedure.
• Care and handling of specimens and surgical instrumentation.
• Assist surgical team during procedures and stand for long periods.
• Maintain aseptic technique and correct any breaks in technique.
• Handle small instruments with precision and coordinate eye-hand movements.
• Communicate clearly with the surgical team.
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field throughout procedures.
• Assist with draping and handling of sharps and instruments.
• Maintain accurate counts of supplies on the sterile field.
• Orient new staff to the OR Scrub role.
• Stock room with supplies and equipment.
• Provide On-Call coverage as designated by management.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technologists

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an OR Scrub Technician to join the Surgical Team in the Operating Room, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse. You will prepare the operating room for each patient and ensure safety and efficiency throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include gathering supplies, handling specimens and instruments, assisting during surgeries, and maintaining aseptic technique. Prior OR scrub experience is preferred, with opportunities for on-call shifts and professional