Surgical Technologist I - Interventional Pain Job at Advocate Health Care (Mount Pleasant)

Job Responsibility

Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care
Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room
Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary
Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems
Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies
Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology
Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures
Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Basic computer proficiency
Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines
Must have functional sight and hearing
Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift
Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job

$4,000-$6,000 SIGN-ON Bonus Eligible based on experience
No weekend, no holiday and no call commitment
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance