Surgical Technologist SE

114 Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technology graduate or board-certified nurse to join the Surgery Room team in a full-time role. You will support the RN, manage instruments and supplies, and contribute to patient safety and efficiency.

The position requires BCLS certification, with specialty certification preferred. Expect a professional, high-pressure environment and collaborative team dynamics within Advocate Health’s network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Surgical Technology program or accredited nursing program.
• Current BCLS certification required.
• Specialty area certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality patient care and safety under supervision of the RN.
• Manage instruments, equipment and supplies ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Communicate effectively with team, coworkers and patients.
• Take responsibility for performance and professional growth.
• Demonstrate cost-containment in instruments and inventory.

Skills

Under pressure

Resilient

Patient safety

Tech informatics

Education

Surgical Technology program

Nursing degree

Job description

Department: 37703 Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital - Surgery Room

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Various

Pay Range $20.15 - $30.25

Education / Experience

Graduation from a Surgical Technology program or from an accredited school of Nursing.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Certification in specialty area preferred.

Essential Functions

• Ensures quality patient care, safety, and advocacy through critical thinking, anticipation and management of case specific needs, under direct supervision of the RN.
• Ensures complete, accurate and timely care, cleanliness and management of instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Communicates to the team, co-workers and patients in an effective, positive and professional manner. Demonstrates effective, positive, professional manners while exercising verbal and nonverbal communication to the multidisciplinary team, co-workers, and patients.
• Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth and development.
• Demonstrates cost containment activities of instruments and inventory.

Skills / Qualifications

• Functions effectively under stressful and difficult situations
• Resilient and flexible in a changing environment
• Systems for patient safety
• Technology/informatics skills Practice Innovation

Work Environment

Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases, hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and wastes.

Possible exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation.

Handles emergency or crisis situation.

Subject to many interruptions.

Highly stressful and crowded, noisy conditions.

Required Protective Equipment

Eye/face protection, gown, mask, gloves, hair covering.

Physical Requirements

0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum

Our Commitment to You

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care