Surgical Technologist: Precision, Prep & Team Support

Mercy Health System; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technologist to support sterile technique and instrumentation during operative procedures in northern Illinois. You will scrub, gown, and glove, prepare sterile tables, and anticipate the surgeon's needs to maintain a safe sterile field.

You will assist in patient positioning, perform counts, pass instruments, and help with dressings. The role includes room turnover and involvement in department improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; surgical tech program required or in accreditation process.
• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred or required if program is in accreditation process.
• CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days; ACLS/PALS may be required per unit.

Responsibilities

• Scrub, gown, gloves and set up sterile table with instruments and supplies.
• Assist surgeon before, during, and after surgery; maintain sterile field.
• Check instruments, supplies, and equipment for procedures.
• Assist in patient positioning and draping; pass instruments to surgeon.
• Perform counts for sponges, needles, and instruments; maintain sterile technique.
• Prepare sterile dressings and apply as directed by surgeon.
• Clean operating room after procedures and prep for next case.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical support

Attention to detail

Team communication

Instrument handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program

NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist

CPR/BLS certification within 90 days

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technologist to support sterile technique and instrumentation during operative procedures in northern Illinois. You will scrub, gown, and glove, prepare sterile tables, and anticipate the surgeon's needs to maintain a safe sterile field.

You will assist in patient positioning, perform counts, pass instruments, and help with dressings. The role includes room turnover and involvement in department improvement initiatives.