Surgical Tech General Surgery

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 37,553 - 44,165; Part time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Alton, Illinois, is seeking a Surgical Tech to facilitate safe surgical procedures under a surgeon's supervision. The role includes ensuring the operating room is safe and equipment functions properly, while also recognizing patient conditions and notifying the care team.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, complete a Surgical Tech program, and possess certification with at least 3 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Requires completion of a Surgical Tech program and Surgical Technologist Certification.
• Minimum of 3 years in Surgical Technologist role if certified.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate surgical procedures.
• Ensures the operating room is safe and equipment functions properly.
• Notifies the appropriate patient care team of significant patient conditions.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency with Microsoft software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Surgical Tech program completion

Surgical Technologist Certification

Job description

Pay

Expected pay for this position is $27.26 - $32.06/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Surgical Tech works under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The surgical tech recognizes significant conditions and reactions of the patient and notifies the appropriate patient care team as necessary.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Requires completion of a Surgical Tech program and Surgical Technologist Certification with a minimum of 3 years working in a Surgical Tech role OR minimum 5 years working in a Surgical Tech role.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in Surgical Technologist role if certified. Minimum of 5 years in Surgical Technologist role if not certified.
• Licensure/ Certification: American Heart Association CPR (BLS) Surgical Technologist Certification or 5 years or more in a Surgical Technologist role.
• 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 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:

• Licensure/ Certification: Certification in Surgical Technology.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.