Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Outpatient Surgery Center (SCB) (Evening Shift) Chicago, IL, United States 1042145 Posted on: 7/24/2026 - Application Deadline: 8/8/2026 Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Outpatient Surgery Center (SCB) Hiring Department: Outpatient Surgery Center (SCB Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1042145 FTE : 1 Work Schedule –1100-1930 Shift :Evenings # of Position: 1 Posting Date: 7/24/2026 Salary: Thepreviously determined range for this position was $38.16/hrto $59.02/hr*. Final rate offered will bedetermined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience andqualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individualto be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position. This position requires Illinois residency within180 days of the hire date.(RNs only) About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Physician, performs the technical functions directly related to surgical asepsis, instrument preparation and presentation during surgical cases. Uses judgment to independently perform various activities related to the effective preparation of instruments prior to, during and following completion of O.R. cases. The OR Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice and Magnet's Five Models of Care in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the OR Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals. Duties & Responsibilities Follows established Operating Room policies and procedures Prepares operating rooms for surgery Assists in the care, maintenance, distribution and control of equipment and supplies, both sterile and unsterile, which are used in operating procedures Assist with operations in the capacity of a Scrub Attendant. This includes arranging sterile articles, handling/passing/serving instruments, dressing materials and suture appropriate to the scheduled operation while maintaining sterility and orderliness of instrument tables Completes sponge, needle and instrument counts with RN prior to, during and after surgery according to hospital policy. Report discrepancies to the Charge Nurse and Attending Physician Under the direction of the RN, prepares medications, (except narcotics), on the sterile field. Double checks dose with RN or MD prior to passing to MD during the case. Assist with infusions under direction of RN or MD. Assists with preparation of the Operating Room for surgical procedures prior to surgery by procuring equipment and supplies as indicated in preparation for case, checks equipment for proper functioning, prior to case and after completion of case. Inspects instruments and power equipment prior to use to assure operational order and troubleshoots, reports, and removes faulty instrument and equipment from service. Participates in the daily stocking of Operating Room supplies (e.g. suture or OMNI supplies etc.) Initiates the cleaning of O.R. equipment (e.g. laser machines, etc.) on a daily basis and ensures use of plastic covers Assists with instrument clean-up during routine work hours or on after-hour cases. During after-hour cases is responsible for cleaning and packing of instruments Maintain a sterile environment to prevent patient infections Participates in all phases of room turnover including but not limited to mopping the floor, disinfecting tables/equipment, and room setup. Recognizes and reports emergency situations. Assists in identification, labeling and proper specimen disposition using departmental procedures. Performs or assists in sterile preps as needed/requested by monitoring aseptic techniques of surgical team members at field, reporting and correcting breaks in sterile technique immediately, and controlling location of contaminated instruments and supplies. Assists with decontamination of all equipment, instruments, and supplies as necessary and assists with cleaning rooms, furniture, and equipment according to established procedures Anticipates surgeon’s needs and assists surgeon by draping patients, holding/passing instruments, retractors, sutures, and medications, applying surgical dressings, suctioning and sponging surgical wounds, holding extremities, and moving patients. Assures adequate number of appropriate supplies and instrumentation are available in accordance with surgeon’s preference and counts all instruments, needles, and sponges with registered nurse according to procedure. Adjusts instrumentation and supplies to changes in procedures and patient condition. Assists with monitoring and reporting blood and fluid loss during cases. Ascertains correctness of count prior to closure of body cavities and surgical wound. Assist circulating nurse with restocking the room at end of shift. Reviews preference cards and cart cases prior to opening procedure to ensure correct supplies and equipment are available. Access EPIC to make corrections or changes on preference cards. Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure. Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care. Assisting in patient care by positioning, prepping, and ensuring the patient’s comfort during surgery. Transports and lifts trays up to 40 pounds. Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology from an approved Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation program. OR Current certification as a Surgical Technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting [NBSTSA] Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation [CPR] certification. Background in ophthalmology procedures Preferred Qualifications 2 years of previous operating room surgical technologist experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques. Knowledge of normal and pathologic anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of closure techniques and can perform closure of all layers of skin. Knowledge of standard practices in assisting surgeons during procedures. Skill at responding precisely to verbal instructions. Skill at adjusting to the actions of others and in coordination with their communication. Skill at communicating and interacting effectively with members of the public. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to work well in stressful situations. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies. Looking for more University of Illinois positions? We invite you to search for positions at each of the University of Illinois locations, the University of Illinois System Office and the University of Illinois Foundation. The University of Illinois System Office supports the primary missions of teaching, research, public service, and economic development for all of the Universities and offers positions in all locations. The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving agency for the University of Illinois and also offers position in all locations. Click the links below to search for other University of Illinois positions. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr