Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist - Robotics - $10,000 Sing on Bonus

UW Health SwedishAmerican; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Annual wellness reimbursement

On-site day care

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Illinois is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a full-time role with competitive pay and extensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities. Responsibilities include assisting in surgical procedures and maintaining a sterile environment. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited surgical technology program or have two years of clinical experience, and hold certification within one year of hire. The position promises abundant growth opportunities within a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or two years of related clinical experience.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures as a Surgical Technologist.
• Maintain sterile environment and assist in patient care during operations.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Communication skills

Cardiovascular OR experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program

Military surgical technologist training or 2 years military clinical experience

Tools

Robotic surgical systems

Job description

Job Description

100% FTE, 6:30am-5:00pm. You will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St.

Additional components of compensation may include evening, night, and weekend shift differential, overtime, and on-call pay.

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance.
• Annual wellness reimbursement.
• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids.
• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement—ask about our fully funded programs!
• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development.
• Strong shared governance structure.
• Commitment to employee voice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, a recognized military surgical technologist training program, or possess two years of related clinical experience in a military setting. (Required)

Work Experience

• No required experience.
• Prior experience in robotic surgical systems and endovascular suites. (Preferred)
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in cardiovascular operating room or specialized cardiothoracic surgical environments. (Preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist within 1 year of hire. In lieu of certification, consider five years of surgical technologist experience and successful completion of a surgical technologist education program or other education program that includes aseptic techniques and operative procedures. (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. (Required)
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist upon hire. (Preferred)

Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.