Surgical Technologist General Surgery

OSF Healthcare; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 37,539 - 53,010; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $8K

Shift differentials for weekends and on-call

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Rockford, Illinois is seeking Surgical Technologists I & II to facilitate safe surgical procedures and ensure patient safety in the operating room. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, with 2 to 5 years of relevant experience depending on the role. Competitive pay ranges from $27.25 to $38.48 per hour, with an additional $8K sign-on bonus available. Emphasis is placed on strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as necessary CPR certification.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a Surgical Technologist role if not certified.
• Completion of Surgical Tech program required with ability to sit for certification.
• American Heart Association CPR (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe conduct of surgical procedures while ensuring patient safety.
• Ensure operating room equipment functions properly.
• Notify the patient care team of significant patient conditions and reactions.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Solid computer skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of a Surgical Tech program

Job description

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Expected Pay

• Surgical Technologist I: $27.25-38.48/hour
• Surgical Technologist II: $27.25-38.48/hour (with a 3% range adjustment)

This is an hourly position. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.

$8K Sign on Bonus

Shift Differentials

• Weekend: $2.50/hour
• On Call: $3.00/hour while on call (time-and-a-half of base rate if called in)

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:

Surgical Technologist I:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; requires completion of a Surgical Tech program with the ability to sit for certification OR 2 years minimum working in a Surgical Tech role.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a Surgical Technologist/Technician role if completion of a Surgical tech program has not been completed.
• Licensure/Certification: American Heart Association CPR (BLS)
• 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 procedure/operating room; to learn quality/safety standards; and to gain an understanding of the various types of surgical procedures within their service line.

Surgical Technologist II:

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Surgical Technologist I & II:

• Licensure/Certification: Certification in Surgical Technology

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