Northwestern Medicine
Certified Surgical Tech Ambulatory Surgery Center Full-time Days
Northwestern Medicine, Warrenville, Illinois, United States, 60555
Certified Surgical Tech Ambulatory Surgery Center Full-time Days
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
The
Certified Surgical Tech
reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The
Certified Surgical Tech
facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, medications, solutions, instruments, equipment, implants, and supplies. Ensures availability and functionality of equipment and instruments.
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receives and processes specimens, if required, for delivery to the laboratory.
Qualifications
Required
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) within twelve months of hire
CPR – Basic Life Support
Physical Demands Requirement:
Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑wellness while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility
Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
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Job Description
The
Certified Surgical Tech
reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The
Certified Surgical Tech
facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, medications, solutions, instruments, equipment, implants, and supplies. Ensures availability and functionality of equipment and instruments.
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receives and processes specimens, if required, for delivery to the laboratory.
Qualifications
Required
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) within twelve months of hire
CPR – Basic Life Support
Physical Demands Requirement:
Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑wellness while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility
Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Marketing and Product Management
Industries
Software Development and IT Services and IT Consulting
Arlington Heights, IL $38.67-$59.94 2 days ago
Melrose Park, IL $16.49-$24.44 2 weeks ago
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