Surgical Technologist - General Surgery

OSF HealthCare; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking Surgical Technologists I & II to provide essential intra-operative patient care. Candidates will ensure high-quality surgical procedures while collaborating closely with surgical teams. Successful applicants will require a combination of education, experience, and certifications to excel in this vital role.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Tech program and ability to sit for certification.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist role.
• American Heart Association CPR (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care for patients across the life span.
• Perform scrub duties throughout the intra-operative phase.
• Notify appropriate care team of significant conditions or reactions.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Surgical Technology Certification

Job description

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EXPECTED PAY:

• Surgical Technologist I: $27.26-38.48/hour
• Surgical Technologist II : $27.26-38.48/hour (with a 3% range adjustment)

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

Shift Differentials:

• 2nd shift - $2.25/hour
• 3rd shift - $2.75/hour
• Weekend - $2.50/hour
• On-Call Pay - $3.00/hour (time-and-a-half of base rate if called in)

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Surgical Tech role provides basic care for patients across the life span. Performs duties of scrub person throughout the intra-operative phase of care. Recognizes significant conditions and reactions and notifies the appropriate patient care team.

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

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.