Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room, Full-Time (hours between 0630-1900)

NMC is currently recruiting a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room. The position is full-time (80 hours bi-weekly), generally M-F 0630-1900. Call rotation - evening, nights, weekends. Northwestern Medical Center’s mission is to provide exceptional health care to our community. Join our high reliability team! With “people” as one of our core values, valuing our employees is a top priority for Northwestern. We care about our employees, their families, and their overall health & well-being. We are proud to offer a generous benefits package, with recognized national carriers, designed to help our people stay healthy, balance work & life responsibilities, protect your assets & plan for a secure financial future.

Hiring Range:
Surgical Tech: $20.44 USD to $28.56 USD

Certified Surg Tech: $23.46 USD - $32.77 USD

The posted hiring range represents the anticipated pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience and internal equity. Placement within the range will be based on the candidate's qualifications and alignment with the requirements of the role.

For Certified Surgical Tech: Graduate of Surgical Tech program and certified as a Surgical Tech. 3-5 years of experience as a Surgical Tech preferred.

Surgical Technologist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Certified Surgical Technologist assists with providing surgical instrumentation to the surgeon during surgery, pre and post surgery under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, also the care/cleaning of equipment and room pre and post surgical.

PRE-REQUISITES:

Education: LPN Graduate with interest in the operating room and/or graduate from a Surgical Technologist Program. A non-traditional route to establish qualifications may be accepted after review of education and experience.

Experience: Prior experience as an LPN or healthcare professional (i.e. surgical assistant) or one year experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred. 

Special Skills: Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to assist surgeons in the scrub role.

Other:  Available within 30 minutes of hospital and is willing to take part in on-call rotation.

Certifications: BLS

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To:  Director, Surgical Services

Supervises: n/a

Other Contacts: Coworkers, Surgeons, Hospital Employees, Patients, Visitors, Vendors

SCOPE:

Machinery or Equipment Used: Handles power and electrical equipment, pulse oximeter, defibrillator and cardiac monitor, computer.

Physical Demands: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Lifts supplies/equipment. Physical stature sufficient to turn patient without assistance.

Working Conditions: Regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases. May be exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and wastes. Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment. Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.

Required Protective Equipment: Eye protection, face protection, gown, lab coat, non-sterile medical gloves, and utility gloves, sterile medical gloves, lead aprons and vests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Collaborates as a member of the Surgical Team:

• Adheres to surgical services policies
• Actively participates in staff and patient introduction and "time-out"
• Under the delegation of the RN, performs other duties as needed

2. Communication:

• Reports pertinent and concise information
• Protects confidentiality of patients/colleagues

3. Applies critical thinking skills and considers alternatives:

• Prioritizes tasks/work
• Seeks assistance when needed

4. Functions under the delegation of the RN:

• Maintains patient safety by maintaining integrity of sterile field

5. Preparation of the OR Room:

• Accurately prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments and sutures
• Opens required items and sets up surgical cases

6. Completes all other duties as assigned.

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