Surgical Technologist General Surgery

OSF HealthCare • Galesburg, IL

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures. The role helps ensure the operating room is safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The Surgical Technologist recognizes significant patient conditions and reactions and notifies the appropriate patient care team as necessary.

The position is listed at Surgical Technologist I and II levels. OSF HealthCare describes its total rewards package as including benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings. The position is hourly, with pay determined by experience, skills, and internal equity. The posting also lists a $9,000 incentive for new graduates and an $18,000 incentive for Surgical Technologists with at least one year of experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Surgical Technologist I: Completion of a Surgical Tech program with the ability to sit for certification, or at least two years working in a Surgical Tech role.
• Surgical Technologist I: If a Surgical Tech program has not been completed, at least two years of experience in a Surgical Technologist/Technician role.
• Surgical Technologist II: Completion of a Surgical Tech program and Surgical Technologist Certification with at least three years working in a Surgical Tech role, or at least five years working in a Surgical Tech role.
• Surgical Technologist II: At least three years in a Surgical Technologist role if certified, or at least five years if not certified.
• American Heart Association CPR (BLS).
• Surgical Technologist II: Surgical Technologist Certification or at least five years in a Surgical Technologist role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Surgical Technology.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon.
• Help ensure the operating room environment is safe.
• Ensure equipment functions properly.
• Help ensure procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
• Recognize significant patient conditions and reactions and notify the appropriate patient care team as necessary.
• Complete intra-operative orientation to learn department or unit policies, procedures, work routines, equipment and instrument use, quality and safety standards, and the surgical procedures within the service line.

Benefits

• OSF HealthCare states that its total rewards package includes benefits, compensation, recognition, and well-being offerings.
• $9,000 incentive for new graduates.
• $18,000 incentive for Surgical Technologists with at least one year of experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED