Surgical Tech Extern, Surgical Tech and First Assist

Hospital Sisters Health System - Corporate • Decatur, IL

77d • $26 - $40

About The Position

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking Surgical Tech Externs, Surgical Techs, and First Assists to join our Surgery Procedures-General unit. Ideal candidates are patient focused, mission driven caregivers looking for an opportunity to apply clinical knowledge in a fast-paced environment. Assists surgical team members in providing intraoperative care to the perioperative patient by preparing and monitoring equipment, passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, assisting with patient transfer/positioning and performing a variety of surgical skills and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate from a recognized surgical technology program or has successfully completed military training in surgical technology is required.
• One of the following certifications is required: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• 1 year surgery experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in surgical technology is preferred.
• Military documentation to establish education includes a DD214 demonstrating graduation from a military training program.
• Illinois: High School Diploma or GED PLUS 3 years working as a Surgical Technologist in a healthcare setting may be considered in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team members in providing intraoperative care to the perioperative patient.
• Prepare and monitor surgical equipment.
• Pass instruments to the surgical team.
• Maintain the sterile field during procedures.
• Assist with patient transfer and positioning.
• Perform a variety of surgical skills and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $4,000 of educational assistance each calendar year.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• ID theft coverage.
• Colleague rewards and recognition program.
• Discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees