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To assist in providing quality patient care in a manner which is patient~focused, technically appropriate, and cost effective. 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 Responsibility:
Establish and maintain a sterile field, a safe patient care environment, and appropriate supplies/equipment as required for the operative procedure
Functions as a cooperative health care team member in a critical care environment treating the patient in a holistic manner with dignity and respect
Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures
Responsible for maintenance of professional growth
Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned
Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field
In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment
Requirements:
Graduate of surgical technologist program OR 2 years of surgical scrub experience
CPR certified
Certified Surgical Technologist certification (NBSTSA) will be obtained by the employee by sitting for the certification exam within 3 months of employment
Must be willing to work with exposures to body fluids, waste and chemicals, radiation, hazardous materials, anesthesia gases and life threatening diseases
On~call availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
Rotating shifts
This position needs to recognize the needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated
Ability to move heavy patients and equipment and to stand for long periods of time
Flexibility to deal with stressful, changing environments
Ability to respond quickly to emergencies
Ability to communicate, cooperate and work well with others
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
What we offer:
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
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance