Surgical Tech-Operating Room Flex/Registry Day shift at Northwestern Medicine
Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
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. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.
Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.
Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.
Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.
From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.
Description
Cardiac, Ortho and Neuro experience preferred.
The Surgical 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.
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technician is responsible for her/his assigned procedures. As a member of the surgical team she/he provides the surgeon with the proper instrumentation and equipment and works to maintain a safe environment for each patient and a readiness for emergency situations, taking into consideration the special needs and behaviors of the specific age of the unit population.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assesses and identifies equipment and supplies for all cases assigned.
Identifies potential or real problems that need immediate correction or attention.
Reviews daily assignment to maintain supply inventory on specialty carts.
Sets up table, instruments and supplies according to procedure and physician's preference cards.
Assists in positioning and draping of patient.
Anticipates and assists in meeting the needs of the surgeon.
Maintains and is responsible for counts of instruments, sponges, needles and miscellaneous items with the R.N.
Maintains aseptic technique throughout procedure.
Handles equipment properly and removes gross contamination before sending to S.S.P.
Assists the registered nurse in circulating duties when not scrubbed.
Opens supplies
Counts, when RN is scrub person
Assist anesthesia, as needed
Assist in specimen collection and labeling
Relay messages to team leader
Obtain any additional supplies needed
Assist RN in moving and positioning of patient
Monitors use and maintenance of doctor's specialty instruments.
Maintains readiness for emergencies and the need to assist the surgeon, if necessary, until additional help can be obtained.
Coordinates use of supplies and equipment for intraoperative care with other staff.
Informs OR Charge Nurse\Supply Systems or designee of need for special order supplies.
Qualifications
Required:
Preferred:
Equal Opportunity
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-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): 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 upon the job family.
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Surgical Tech-Operating Room Flex/Registry Day shift
Location Palos Heights, Illinois Business Unit Palos Hospital Job REQID 205178 Job Function Patient Support Shift Day Job (1st) Type of Employment Casual / Per Diem Apply Now
The salary range for this position is $24.29 - $35.22 (Hourly Rate)
Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
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. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.
Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.
Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.
Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.
From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.
Description
Cardiac, Ortho and Neuro experience preferred.
The Surgical 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.
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technician is responsible for her/his assigned procedures. As a member of the surgical team she/he provides the surgeon with the proper instrumentation and equipment and works to maintain a safe environment for each patient and a readiness for emergency situations, taking into consideration the special needs and behaviors of the specific age of the unit population.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assesses and identifies equipment and supplies for all cases assigned.
Identifies potential or real problems that need immediate correction or attention.
Reviews daily assignment to maintain supply inventory on specialty carts.
Sets up table, instruments and supplies according to procedure and physician's preference cards.
Assists in positioning and draping of patient.
Anticipates and assists in meeting the needs of the surgeon.
Maintains and is responsible for counts of instruments, sponges, needles and miscellaneous items with the R.N.
Maintains aseptic technique throughout procedure.
Handles equipment properly and removes gross contamination before sending to S.S.P.
Assists the registered nurse in circulating duties when not scrubbed.
Opens supplies
Counts, when RN is scrub person
Assist anesthesia, as needed
Assist in specimen collection and labeling
Relay messages to team leader
Obtain any additional supplies needed
Assist RN in moving and positioning of patient
Monitors use and maintenance of doctor's specialty instruments.
Maintains readiness for emergencies and the need to assist the surgeon, if necessary, until additional help can be obtained.
Coordinates use of supplies and equipment for intraoperative care with other staff.
Informs OR Charge Nurse\Supply Systems or designee of need for special order supplies.
Qualifications
Required:
Preferred:
Equal Opportunity
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-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): 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 upon the job family.
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