Surgical Technologist - Operating Room Outpatient Surgery Center (SCB)

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Physician, performs the technical functions directly related to surgical asepsis, instrument preparation and presentation during surgical cases. Uses judgment to independently perform various activities related to the effective preparation of instruments prior to, during and following completion of O.R. cases. The OR Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice and Magnet's Five Models of Care in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the OR Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Requirements include:

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology from an approved Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation program.
  OR
  Current certification as a Surgical Technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting [NBSTSA].
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation [CPR] certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of normal and pathologic anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of closure techniques and can perform closure of all layers of skin.
• Knowledge of standard practices in assisting surgeons during procedures.
• Skill at responding precisely to verbal instructions.
• Skill at adjusting to the actions of others and in coordination with their communication.
• Skill at communicating and interacting effectively with members of the public.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to work well in stressful situations.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.

Key Attractors of Nursing at UI Health:

• Highly competitive salaries based on experience and education
• Tuition waivers
• Tuition discounts for dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement for outstanding student loans
• Certification bonuses and reimbursements
• Robust paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, floating holidays, paid holidays and gift days
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and retirement packages

There are permanent positions available. For a listing of these positions, please click on the link below or email nursejob@uic.edu.

To Apply:

For fullest consideration, please submit a complete application and supplemental resume to the link below:

uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/12173?c=uic

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.