Description

American Traveler seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for a hospital Operating Room position requiring at least 1 year of surgical tech experience.

Details

• Hospital Operating Room setting
• Day shift schedule from 6:45 AM to 5:15 PM with Wednesdays off
• 40 hours per week over 4 days
• On-call requirements apply
• Weekend and holiday shifts on a rotating basis
• EPIC EMR charting used

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of surgical technologist experience required
• Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate of completion of a Surgical Technology program required
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required
• IDPH Fingerprinting required
• License required if applicable
• Ability to independently scrub basic surgical procedures
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology
• Applied knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers in the surgical setting
• Demonstrated understanding of sterile technique and perioperative teamwork

Additional Information

• Function as first, second, or assisting Surgical Technician under RN supervision during the intraoperative period
• Maintain sterile environment through consistent application of aseptic principles
• Provide age-specific care to obstetrical patients per department policy
• Assist with organization and coordination of supplies and equipment
• Participate in room turnover, set-up, and equipment maintenance
• Perform sterilization and disinfection procedures and document loads per policy
• Charge for equipment and supplies used during procedures
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, coworkers, and self while adhering to safety and legal requirements
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates not accepted