Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
OR Scrub Technician, Full-time, Rotating
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, Winfield, Illinois, United States, 60190
OR Scrub Technician, Full-time, Rotating
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is a leading medical center in downtown Chicago. It is home to physicians, surgeons, and caregivers across nearly every medical specialty. Northwestern Medicine is proud to have five hospitals ranked among "America's Best" including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the No. 1 hospital in Illinois for 13 straight years (tie), by
U.S. News & World Report , 2024
2025. Our clinical and administrative staff and medical and science faculty come together every day with a shared commitment to superior quality, academic excellence, scientific discovery, and patient safety. Northwestern Memorial Hospital enjoys a teaching and service partnership with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, an integration that provides patients access to leading-edge clinical trials and fosters an environment of world-class patient care, academic inquiry, and innovative research. Northwestern Memorial Hospital has also received Magnet recognition*, the gold-standard for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. 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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Northwestern Memorial Hospital (NMH) offers the culture, technology, training, and support that is required to deliver excellent care in a state-of-the-art facility. Our various surgical service lines perform more than 43,000 cases annually and include top talent. Our multidisciplinary teams work together to value each individual's contribution to optimize positive patient outcomes. NMH is a Level I trauma center. Service lines include: Cardiac ENT General Gynecology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology Orthopedics Plastics Robotic surgery Spine Transplant Trauma Urology Vascular/Thoracic Northwestern Memorial Hospital has 60+ operating rooms. Feinberg Pavilion
Main operating room pavilion, open 24/7 for scheduled and urgent/emergent cases Prentice Women's Hospital
Focusing on women's health (gyne, breast, plastics, and robotics) Lavin Family Pavilion
Outpatient procedures, including ophthalmology, ENT, general surgery, plastics, orthopedics, spine The OR Scrub Technician 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 OR Scrub Technician is a member of the Surgical Team in the Operating Room, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, who is responsible for the care and safety of the line of the peri-operative patient. The Operating Room Scrub Technician is responsible for the preparation of the operating room for each surgical patient. Responsibilities: Gathering of supplies, instruments, and equipment necessary to ensure the efficient and safe conduct of each surgical procedure which they are assigned. Responsible for the proper care and handling of specimens, surgical instrumentation along with other suits they may be assigned. Assist surgical team during procedures which require the ability to stand for periods greater than 6 hours. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and the ability to take corrective action for themselves and other team members when there is a break in technique. Demonstrate fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination necessary to handle small intricate surgical instruments, supplies, and specimens. Demonstrate the ability to provide complete, accurate communication to all members of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains sterile field throughout the surgical procedure. Provides assistance to the surgical team. This includes draping of the surgical site, and efficient and safe handling of all sharps and instruments. Maintains accurate count of all supplies, suture, and sponge items on the sterile field. Orients new staff to the ORST role. Stocks room with supplies and equipment. Provide On-Call coverage for their department, either specialty or general, as designated by their manager. Following orientation, OR Technicians are expected to take calls according to the On-Call policy. Required: High School Diploma Knowledge of medical terminology. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technologists. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level). 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. Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist Minimum of 2 years current Operating Room scrub technician experience. Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is a leading medical center in downtown Chicago. It is home to physicians, surgeons, and caregivers across nearly every medical specialty. Northwestern Medicine is proud to have five hospitals ranked among "America's Best" including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the No. 1 hospital in Illinois for 13 straight years (tie), by
U.S. News & World Report , 2024
2025. Our clinical and administrative staff and medical and science faculty come together every day with a shared commitment to superior quality, academic excellence, scientific discovery, and patient safety. Northwestern Memorial Hospital enjoys a teaching and service partnership with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, an integration that provides patients access to leading-edge clinical trials and fosters an environment of world-class patient care, academic inquiry, and innovative research. Northwestern Memorial Hospital has also received Magnet recognition*, the gold-standard for nursing excellence, from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. 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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Northwestern Memorial Hospital (NMH) offers the culture, technology, training, and support that is required to deliver excellent care in a state-of-the-art facility. Our various surgical service lines perform more than 43,000 cases annually and include top talent. Our multidisciplinary teams work together to value each individual's contribution to optimize positive patient outcomes. NMH is a Level I trauma center. Service lines include: Cardiac ENT General Gynecology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology Orthopedics Plastics Robotic surgery Spine Transplant Trauma Urology Vascular/Thoracic Northwestern Memorial Hospital has 60+ operating rooms. Feinberg Pavilion
Main operating room pavilion, open 24/7 for scheduled and urgent/emergent cases Prentice Women's Hospital
Focusing on women's health (gyne, breast, plastics, and robotics) Lavin Family Pavilion
Outpatient procedures, including ophthalmology, ENT, general surgery, plastics, orthopedics, spine The OR Scrub Technician 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 OR Scrub Technician is a member of the Surgical Team in the Operating Room, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, who is responsible for the care and safety of the line of the peri-operative patient. The Operating Room Scrub Technician is responsible for the preparation of the operating room for each surgical patient. Responsibilities: Gathering of supplies, instruments, and equipment necessary to ensure the efficient and safe conduct of each surgical procedure which they are assigned. Responsible for the proper care and handling of specimens, surgical instrumentation along with other suits they may be assigned. Assist surgical team during procedures which require the ability to stand for periods greater than 6 hours. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and the ability to take corrective action for themselves and other team members when there is a break in technique. Demonstrate fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination necessary to handle small intricate surgical instruments, supplies, and specimens. Demonstrate the ability to provide complete, accurate communication to all members of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains sterile field throughout the surgical procedure. Provides assistance to the surgical team. This includes draping of the surgical site, and efficient and safe handling of all sharps and instruments. Maintains accurate count of all supplies, suture, and sponge items on the sterile field. Orients new staff to the ORST role. Stocks room with supplies and equipment. Provide On-Call coverage for their department, either specialty or general, as designated by their manager. Following orientation, OR Technicians are expected to take calls according to the On-Call policy. Required: High School Diploma Knowledge of medical terminology. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technologists. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level). 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. Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist Minimum of 2 years current Operating Room scrub technician experience. Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.