OR Surgical Tech

    Posted 2 days ago
    melrose park, illinois, united states · Onsite

    About the job

    AI Summary

    The OR Surgical Tech is responsible for basic intraoperative scrub duties, preparing the surgical team, positioning OR equipment, creating sterile areas, handling specimens, and following safety guidelines. They select and prepare equipment and supplies for surgery, demonstrating proper surgical reprocessing methods.

    OR Surgical Tech

    Job Description:

    • Demonstrates basic intraoperative scrub responsibilities
    • Prepares surgical team and assists in basic draping
    • Positions OR equipment & supplies
    • Prepares & operates room equipment
    • Creates sterile area using aseptic technique
    • Prepares supplies and recognizes when sterility is compromised
    • Demonstrates proper handling of surgical specimens
    • Performs counts per policy and procedures
    • Follows National Patient Safety Goal guidelines
    • Demonstrates basic case preparation
    • Selects equipment & supplies using preference cards
    • Locates basic equipment & supplies
    • Identifies & demonstrates methods of surgical reprocessing of instrumentation & supplies
    • Prepares self for the scrub role
    • Prepares surgical instrument supplies for surgery

    Position Requirements:

    • Minimum Education:

      • Required: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
      • Preferred: Associates Degree in Surgical Technology
    • Minimum Experience:

      • Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience
      • Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
    • Licensure/Certifications:

      • Required: CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
      • Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist

    Professional Development:

    • Benefits from Day One
    • Competitive Shift Differentials including charge and preceptor roles
    • Career Development
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
    • Educational Stipend
    • Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)
    • Referral Rewards

    Compensation:

    • Pay Range: $24.44 - $39.11 per hour
    • Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

    Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

    Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.