Surgical Technologist I, Surgery, Full-Time, Days

UChicago Medicine•Harvey, IL

6d•$31 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Ingalls Memorial Hospital, part of UChicago Medicine, is hiring a Surgical Technologist I for its Surgery department. This is a full-time, 100% onsite role based in the greater Chicagoland area. Under the supervision of the Supervisor and Director, Surgical Services, and the direction of the registered nurse, the Surgical Technologist participates in the intraoperative care of patients. The role maintains the sterile field and supports the team’s adherence to aseptic technique. The position also supports Ingalls Hospital’s philosophy, mission, and vision and follows corporate compliance requirements, communicating issues to appropriate parties as outlined in the Corporate Compliance Plan.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
Certification as a CST from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a CST in an acute care hospital.
GI Tech experience.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate personal care to promote the comfort and well-being of surgical patients.
Anticipate surgeons’ needs by efficiently passing instruments and providing sterile items.
Assist by holding instruments as directed by the physician.
Prepare the procedure room and check non-sterile equipment to ensure it is in proper working order.
Participate in positioning patients for procedures.
Clean the procedure room after surgery and remove contaminated instruments, linen, and garbage.
Dispose of blood and body fluids using the Biohaz process.
Provide equipment and supplies based on patient and procedure needs.
Adhere to infection control principles and maintain the sterile field.
Follow corporate compliance requirements and communicate issues to appropriate parties.