Ortho Surgical Technician - $10K Sign-On Bonus

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Palos Park, IL seeks a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team under the supervision of the registered nurse. The role focuses on providing proper instrumentation, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring equipment readiness for each case.

Ideal candidates hold a Surgical Technology degree and CPR/BLS certification, with ortho experience strongly preferred and a background in prior OR support. Sign-on bonus eligible for this position.

Qualifications

• Ortho experience strongly preferred.
• BLS – CPR certification required.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instrumentation and equipment for procedures.
• Assist in positioning patient and draping.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout procedure.
• Count instruments, sponges, needles with RN.
• Support RN in circulating duties and supplies.
• Ensure readiness for emergencies and coordinate with staff.

Skills

Ortho experience

Surgical instrumentation

Education

Graduate of Surgical Technology program

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Palos Park, IL seeks a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team under the supervision of the registered nurse. The role focuses on providing proper instrumentation, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring equipment readiness for each case.

Ideal candidates hold a Surgical Technology degree and CPR/BLS certification, with ortho experience strongly preferred and a background in prior OR support. Sign-on bonus eligible for this position.