Surgical Technologist - Surgicenter
Company: Carle Health
Location: Champaign
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
OverviewThe 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). QualificationsCertifications: Basic Life
Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA),
Education: Associate's Degree: Surgical Technology; Certificate of
Completion: Surgical Technology, Work Experience:
ResponsibilitiesApplies 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. Effectively facilitates communication
for the unit with all departments. Answers the phone, informs
nursing staff of needed tests, exams or significant problems with
patients on the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison between nursing
units. Collects data on assigned patients as directed by the RN and
the unit based performance standards. Performs accurate
documentation duties on the nursing unit and in patient records as
directed by unit based performance standards and guidelines.
Transcribes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
Schedules appointments, consults, diagnostic tests and examinations
for patients on nursing unit. Initiates, compiles and maintains
patient charts. Performs or assists patients with the activities of
daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and/or
transport. Maintains accurate log of admission, discharge &
transfer of patient on computer in a timely manner. Ensures patient
charges are entered. Participates in Quality Assessment /
Performance Improvement and Infection Control Committee's as
needed. Assists with supply ordering, inventory control, and supply
chain management as necessary. 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
inventory specialist 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. About
UsFind 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(r) 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(tm). 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. Compensation and
BenefitsThe compensation range for this position is $21.49per hour
- $35.89per 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.
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