Surgical Technologist

Alton Memorial Hospital; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, Illinois, is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the Operating Room team. You will work under RN supervision to perform essential surgical support tasks and ensure patient safety.

The role includes OR preparation, surgical scrubbing duties, and assisting in turnover between procedures, with emphasis on proper handling of instruments and supplies throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Accredited surgical program completed.
• Surgical Technician certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room for surgical patient, reviews surgeon needs, and ensures cleanliness and supplies.
• Performs surgical scrub duties and assists with specimens as needed.
• Assists in turnover and returns instruments and equipment to proper locations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accred Surgical Program

Surgical Technician

No Experience

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• 4/10 hour shifts
• Hours: 0700-1730
• Call - 1-2 holidays/year(24 hour) and every 6-7th weekend (Sat 7am – Mon 7am) ; 45 min response time
• $12,500 Sign on Bonus***

Additional Information About The Role

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• 4/10 hour shifts
• Hours: 0700-1730
• Call - 1-2 holidays/year(24 hour) and every 6-7th weekend (Sat 7am – Mon 7am) ; 45 min response time
• $12,500 Sign on Bonus***

Join the Surgical Services Team at BJC Healthcare - Alton Memorial Hospital. BJC Healthcare - Alton Memorial Hospital is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive!

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• 4/10 hour shifts
• Hours: 0700-1730
• Call - 1-2 holidays/year(24 hour) and every 6-7th weekend (Sat 7am – Mon 7am) ; 45 min response time
• $12,500 Sign on Bonus***

Overview

Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.

The Operating Room is made up of 7 General rooms, one Cysto room, and one Minor procedure room. Staffed from 0700 till 1700 Monday-Friday with all other hours and days covered with a Call Crew.

Role Purpose

Performs surgical duties for operating room procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room for surgical patient, reviews preference cards to determine surgeon needs, obtains the necessary supplies and equipment for the procedure, ensures cleanliness of room, and assists with opening sterile supplies.
• Performs surgical scrub duties, and assists with the collection, identification, and disposition of cultures and specimens.
• Assists in turning over of room, and ensures supplies, instruments, and equipment are returned to proper location.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Education

• Accred Surgical Program

Licenses & Certifications

• Surgical Technician

Benefits And Legal Statement

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At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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