Surgical Technologist

　　Department: Operating Room - BMC

　　Entity: Bloomington-Normal Service Area

　　Job Category: Allied Health

　　Employment Type: Full - Time

　　Job ID: 30381

　　Experience Required: None

　　Education Required: Associates Degree

　　Shift: Evening

　　Location: Bloomington-Normal, IL

　　Usual Schedule: 0830-1900

　　On Call Requirements: Yes

　　Work Location: Carle BroMenn Medical Center

　　Weekend Requirements: Yes

　　Other Posting Information: No Relocation

　　Holiday Requirements: Yes

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　　Position Summary:

　　Sign On Bonus - $5,000.00 - 2 year comitment The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period.

　　Qualifications:

　　EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or

　　Certificate in Surgical Technology

　　CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

　　Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

　　Incumbents in the role as of March 13, 2022 will have one (1) year to obtain certification requirement.

　　Incumbents in the role as of March 13, 2022 with 10 or

　　More years of experience are grandfathered without the certification requirement upon hire

　　EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

　　Two (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist.

　　SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

　　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 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.

　　Essential Functions:

　　Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment.

　　Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base.

　　Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.

　　Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.

　　Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers and self.

　　Adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and unit level and established policies and procedures.

　　Charges for equipment and supplies.

　　Participates in room turnover and set-up.

　　Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy.

　　Effectively performs sterilization, disinfection and document loads per policy.

　　Applies principles of asepsis to maintain sterility during surgical set up and procedure.

　　Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy.

　　Assist with obtaining supplies, equipment, and positioning devices as well as assisting with the positioning of the patient for procedures.

　　Performs sterilization of surgical instrumentation and documents per policy.

　　Scrubbing duties to include classes for Medical Students, Residents, and other students.

　　Turns OR rooms over and sets up for next patient in an efficient manner.

　　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].

　　Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.