Certified Surgical Tech CDH Cardiac OR Full-time Rotating

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Winfield, IL

2h•$24 - $33

About The Position

The Certified Sugical Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Certified Sugical Tech facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) within twelve months of hire
CPR – Basic Life Support

Responsibilities

Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, medications, solutions, instruments, equipment, implants, and supplies. Ensures availability and functionality of equipment and instruments.
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receives and processes specimens, if required, for delivery to the laboratory.