About this role
The Surgical Technologist provides clinical support in the Digestive Health Center. As a member of the endoscopy team, the Surgical Technologist assists with patient care activities, obtains specimens, assists physician with instruments and setting up and tearing down room between cases. Role includes reprocessing of endoscopes and accessory instruments and resource for technical equipment within the department.
****This position qualifies for a $5,000 sign-on bonus!!!!
Qualifications
Education Level | Field of Study |
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Associate's Degree | Surgical Technology | Or |
Certificate of Completion | Surgical Technology |
Licenses/Certifications |
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Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) within 18 months - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) | And |
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA) |
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements |
Excellent communication skills, hand/eye coordinator, knowledge of infection control principles. Independently scrubs basic surgical procedures. Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Applied basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Applies basic knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork. Applies principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures. |
Responsibilities
Essential Functions |
Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.
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Collects data on assigned patients as directed by the RN and the unit based performance standards.
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Performs accurate documentation duties on the nursing unit and in patient records as directed by unit based performance standards and guidelines.
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Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a clean and/or sterile environment. Maintains separation of clean and dirty.
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Communicates effectively with team members and patients and families.
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Assists providers with procedures and treatments.
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Assists in cleaning and sterilization of instruments in accordance with unit and hospital policy and nursing society guidelines.
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Cleans and stocks exam and procedure rooms.
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Obtains specimens and transports in accordance to hospital policy.
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Resource for technical equipment within the department.
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Assists with inventory and restocking of supplies.
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Department Specific Job Function |
Assists the physician with equipment needed to perform procedure. |
Prepares the procedure room with appropriate supplies and equipment. |
Reprocesses endoscopes. |
Assists the RN. Provides care to patients that is within their scope as directed by the RN. |
Assists the physician in collecting specimens. |
About Us
Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [email protected].
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $22.75per hour - $37.99per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Other facts
About Carle Health
Carle Health is a vertically integrated system with a bold but simple mission: to be the trusted partner in all healthcare decisions for everyone who depends on it. Combining clinical care, health insurance, medical research and higher education, Carle Health provides highly accessible, high-quality care and service to improve health in communities throughout central Illinois and beyond. Always focused on its North Star – providing the best care possible for patients and health plan members – Carle Health is driven by a deep philanthropic spirit to solve real-world health issues now and into the future.
The system includes eight, award-winning hospitals, multispecialty physician group practices with more than 1,300 doctors and advanced practice providers, provider-driven health insurance plans including Health AllianceTM and FirstCarolinaCare, Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, Methodist College, Stephens Family Clinical Research Institute, and other associated healthcare businesses – all working together to get patients and health plan members the care they need at the right time and at every point in their healthcare journey.
Founded in Urbana, IL, Carle Health has more than 16,800 team members working across Illinois, Indiana, Washington and North Carolina. It’s proud to be named a Great Place to Work®.
What you'll do
- The Surgical Technologist assists in organizing and coordinating supplies and equipment, performs documentation duties, and maintains a sterile environment. They also assist providers with procedures, clean and sterilize instruments, and support patient care activities.
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