Surgical Tech - Certified

Advocate Health

Unknown, Illinois, US
Base: $28.55 - $42.85; premium pyy such as shift, ...
Establish and maintain sterile field
Prepare surgical field and supplies
Work with exposures to hazardous materials
The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with the Standards of Practice and within the guidelines of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act

Job Summary

  • The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with the Standards of Practice and within the guidelines of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.
  • CST is responsible for establishing and maintaining a sterile field, a safe patient care environment, and appropriate supplies/equipment as required for the operative procedure.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more.

Matching Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with the Standards of Practice and within the guidelines of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.

Salary

Base: $28.55 - $42.85; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • establish and maintain sterile field
  • prepare surgical field and supplies
  • work with exposures to hazardous materials
  • on-call availability nights weekends holidays
  • recognize needs of specific age groups

Nice-to-have

  • holistic patient care with dignity
  • cooperative health care team member
  • live fully at and away from work

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of surgical technologist program OR 2 years experience
  • CPR certified
  • Certified Surgical Technologist certification within 3 months
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
  • On-call availability

Work Rights

Not specified

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