Certified Surgical Technician - Main Operating Room Day Shift

Advocate Aurora Health

Glenview, Illinois, United States
Base: $28.55 - $42.85; bonus: $2,500 sign-on bonus...
Maintains sterile field boundaries
Assists physician with sponging and suturing
Performs surgical instrument counts
The role involves performing duties in the scrub role while completely preparing and maintaining a sterile field prior to and during procedures

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing duties in the scrub role while completely preparing and maintaining a sterile field prior to and during procedures.
  • Employees are eligible for a $2,500 sign-on bonus paid 50% at 90 days and 50% at one year of employment.
  • The position requires maintaining on-call availability with 24-32 hours required in a 4-week period and participation in holiday call.

Matching Summary

The role involves performing duties in the scrub role while completely preparing and maintaining a sterile field prior to and during procedures.

Salary

Base: $28.55 - $42.85; Bonus: $2,500 Sign-on Bonus (50% @ 90 days & 50% @ 1 year); Benefits: Comprehensive suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, and educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintains sterile field boundaries
  • Assists physician with sponging and suturing
  • Performs surgical instrument counts
  • Participates in surgical time out
  • Works rotating shifts including weekends

Nice-to-have

  • Acts as preceptor for new staff
  • Demonstrates self-direction in tasks
  • Collaborates effectively with healthcare team
  • Anticipates physician needs proactively

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of surgical technologist program OR 2 years scrub experience
  • CPR certification required
  • Obtain CST certification within 3 months of employment
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance

Work Rights

Not specified

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