Surgical Technologist - Carle Health
Olney, IL 62450
About the Job
(External Candidates Only)
The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting surgical technician or second circulator under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN).
Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate in Surgical Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Basic Life Support (BLS)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
None specified.
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 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:
- 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.
- Collects data on assigned patients as directed by the RN and the unit based performance standards.
- Participates in Quality Assessment / Performance Improvement and Infection Control Committee's as needed.
- Assists with supply ordering and inventory control.
- Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation, and supplies are ready for each procedure.
- Efficient with asepsis to maintain a sterile environment.
- Assists with stocking, and communicates with Lead Surgical Technologist regarding supplies and instruments needed.
- Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays are available. Utilizes preference cards to assure specialized supplies are available.
- Assist with cleaning and sterilization of instruments needed.
- Proper disposal of trash/sharps.
- Prep patient and participate in Time Out.
- Assist with room turnover.
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: human.resources@carle.com.