Certified Surgical Tech - Main Operating Room

Department: 37703 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Surgery Room Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details: 1st shift or 2nd shift based on availability, 5–8-hour shifts or 4–10-hour shifts possible, some weekends required. Call requirements: 24-32 hours in a 4-week period. Pay Range: $28.55 - $42.85 Location: Advocate Health Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, IL, Level 1 Trauma Center Certified Surgical Technologist CST Licensure required 1st or 2nd shift based on availability 5–8-hour shifts or 4–10-hour shifts Some weekends 30 Minute Call required: 24 hours in a 4-week period. Competitive Benefit Package Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement on Day 1 of employment! To assist in providing quality patient care in a manner which is patient-focused, technically appropriate, and cost effective. The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with the Standards of Practice and within the guidelines of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act. The CST is responsible for establishing and maintaining a sterile field, a safe patient care environment, and appropriate supplies/equipment as required for the operative procedure. The CST functions as a cooperative health care team member in a critical care environment treating the patient in a holistic manner with dignity and respect. Major Responsibilities Functions in the scrub role: performs duties as assigned. Assists in emergency situations as assigned. Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards. Maintains educational records and timecard. Maintains competencies. Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner. Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments. Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure. Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. Maintains on-call availability. Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field. Verifies instrument/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card. Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments. Assists with clean-up and turnover upon completion of case. Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs. Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading scrub tips. In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment. Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately. Assists with maintaining goals of Surgical Services and Advocate. Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned. Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures. Maintains patient confidentiality. Utilizes guest relation techniques with members of health care team and patients. Responsible for maintenance of professional growth. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills. Independently completes assignments/projects. Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects. Licensure Surgical Technologist Education / Experience Required 1‑2 years OR scrub experience (preferred) High school graduate or GED Completion of ST program in an accredited school approved by NBSTSA or NCCT Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Good communication skills Ability to independently perform scrub duties CPR certification CST Certification approved by NBSTSA Physical Requirements and Working Conditions May be exposed to hazardous materials and life‑threatening disease and radiation. Ability to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to cooperate and work well with others. Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others. Ability to work in a stressful, changing environment. Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to assume on‑call responsibility. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; patient lifting equipment used when necessary. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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