Advocate Aurora Health

Search for your next nursing or healthcare job with Advocate Aurora Health. Explore jobs with all the information you need to make an informed career decision.

Advocate Aurora Health jobs

***Sign-On Bonus Available******MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM***Location: Aurora Medical Center Mount Pleasant: 13250 Washington Ave, Mount PleasantPay Range: $31.10 – $46.60/hourWe want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:<ul><li>Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)</li><li>401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%</li><li>Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range</li></ul>Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient utilizing a variety of skills such as pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes. Can identify and address the special needs of patient population specific to department services.</li><li>Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.</li><li>Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.</li><li>Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Troubleshoots equipment as necessary and identifies the need for service and/or repair.</li><li>Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.</li><li>Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients.</li><li>Under physician direction, the respiratory therapist must be able to adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas, perform tasks and/or  special duties as required by assignment and maintain performance standards and organizational behaviors.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff.</li><li>Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner.</li><li>Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.</li></ul>Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.</li><li>Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2019.</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li><li>See Education/Certification Addendum for any additional site-specific requirements.</li></ul>Education Required:<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.</li></ul>Experience Required:<ul><li>No experience required.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems.</li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.</li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li></ul>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb from floor to waist height occasionally.</li><li>Must be able to lift 40 lb at waist height and carry it across various distances.</li><li>Must be able to lift 20 lb from waist to overhead.</li><li>Must be able to push/pull while utilizing 30 lb of force occasionally for long distances.</li><li>Must demonstrate stand-pivot transfer from bed to chair.</li><li>Must perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person.</li><li>Must utilize safe body mechanics at all times.</li></ul>This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Aurora Medical Center - Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R102287. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist - Part-Time Weekend Program

***Sign-On Bonus Available******MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR LOAN FORGIVENESS PROGRAM***Location: Aurora Medical Center Mount Pleasant: 13250 Washington Ave, Mount PleasantPay Range: $31.10 – $46.60/hourWe want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:<ul><li>Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)</li><li>401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%</li><li>Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range</li></ul>Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient utilizing a variety of skills such as pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes. Can identify and address the special needs of patient population specific to department services.</li><li>Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.</li><li>Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.</li><li>Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Troubleshoots equipment as necessary and identifies the need for service and/or repair.</li><li>Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.</li><li>Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients.</li><li>Under physician direction, the respiratory therapist must be able to adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas, perform tasks and/or special duties as required by assignment and maintain performance standards and organizational behaviors.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff. </li><li>Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.</li><li>Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2019.</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li><li>See Education/Certification Addendum for any additional site-specific requirements.</li></ul> Education Required:Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.  Experience Required:No experience required. Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems. </li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others. </li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb. object from knee to waist.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb. from floor to waist height occasionally.</li><li>Must be able to lift 40 lb. at waist height and carry it across various distances.</li><li>Must be able to lift 20 lb. from waist to overhead.</li><li>Must be able to push/pull while utilizing 30# of force occasionally for long distances.</li><li>Must demonstrate stand-pivot transfer from bed to chair.</li><li>Must perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs. person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person.</li><li>Must utilize safe body mechanics at all times.</li></ul>  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Aurora Medical Center - Mount Pleasant Mount Pleasant WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R102141. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist - Part Time Weekend Program

***Sign-On Bonus Available******May be eligible for our Loan Forgiveness program – Up to 20K***Location: Aurora Medical Center Grafton 975 Port Washington Rd, Grafton, WI 53024Pay Range: $31.10 – $46.60/hourWe want our teammates and their families to Live Well. Actual compensation offered in the Pay Range (above) will be based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training and internal equity. To accompany base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:<ul><li>Shift differentials for PM, Nights, Weekends (based on job profile)</li><li>401(k) company contribution: 3% of your eligible annual salary AND 401(k) employer match: Dollar for dollar match up to 3%</li><li>Opportunity for yearly merit increases within the salary range</li></ul>Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses Respiratory therapy processes to support assessment of patient utilizing a variety of skills such as pulmonary diagnostics, chest radiograph, hemodynamic values, laboratory values, and correlates blood gases and electrolytes. Can identify and address the special needs of patient population specific to department services.</li><li>Operates specialized ventilators in critical and non-critical care venues. Assists physician with bedside or other procedures as applicable to facility.</li><li>Provides medication treatments and therapies per physician order and/or patient driven respiratory protocols as prescribed.</li><li>Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper functionality of equipment. Troubleshoots equipment as necessary and identifies the need for service and/or repair.</li><li>Educates and instructs patients in purpose, technique, self-care, goal of therapy, and disease management.</li><li>Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients.</li><li>Under physician direction, the respiratory therapist must be able to adapt and comply to policies and procedures for a variety of different service areas, perform tasks and/or special duties as required by assignment and maintain performance standards and organizational behaviors.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Provides clear, concise, timely, and accurate patient handoff. </li><li>Promotes a culture of safety by recognizing and applying proper safety measures to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Teaches, educates, and precepts new teammates, orientees, and students.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.</li><li>Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) within 12 months OR active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential issued by the NBRC if credential received prior to January 1, 2019.</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li><li>See Education/Certification Addendum for any additional site-specific requirements.</li></ul> Education Required:Graduate from an accredited respiratory care program, with a minimum of an associate degree.  Experience Required:No experience required. Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Effective organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Problem solving and decision making for patient care and equipment use.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of e-mail and electronic medical record systems. </li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members, and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others. </li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb object from knee to waist.</li><li>Must be able to lift 50 lb from floor to waist height occasionally.</li><li>Must be able to lift 40 lb at waist height and carry it across various distances.</li><li>Must be able to lift 20 lb from waist to overhead.</li><li>Must be able to push/pull while utilizing 30# of force occasionally for long distances.</li><li>Must demonstrate stand-pivot transfer from bed to chair.</li><li>Must perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs. person on a sheet across 2 feet with a second person.</li><li>Must utilize safe body mechanics at all times.</li></ul>This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Aurora Medical Center Grafton Grafton WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R100049. Posted job title: RT - Night Shift

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).</li><li>Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.</li><li>Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.</li><li>Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.</li><li>Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.</li><li>Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.</li><li>Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>No experience required.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures.</li><li>Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.</li><li>Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Basic computer proficiency.</li><li>Certification Addendum</li><li>Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.</li><li>Must have functional sight and hearing.</li><li>Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.</li><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.</li><li>Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County Two Rivers WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R113237. Posted job title: Surgical Technologist (ST)

Aurora Medical Center Kenosha Kenosha WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R98727. Posted job title: Surgical Tech

The Kaukauna Surgery Center services include Ortho, ENT, Plastics, GI, Some general. The center hosts 3 OR rooms, they are currently running one room at a time, but will be increasing to two rooms in the Fall. Come join our close knit team who pride themselves on creating a culture of amazing rapport with patients, surgeons and each other!Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (i.e., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).</li><li>Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.</li><li>Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans) and returning equipment post procedure.</li><li>Adheres to institutionally approved infection control policies.</li><li>Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique and/or transports equipment and supplies.</li><li>Serves as a Second Assistant when necessary.</li><li>Assists in the instrument room by cleaning and wrapping instruments, where applicable.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>No experience required.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Familiarity and adept with all types of procedures within their specialty.</li><li>Maintains basic knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures.</li><li>Maintains knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.</li><li>Participates in call coverage following satisfactory completion of formal orientation.</li><li>Participates in educational programs and department meetings.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.</li><li>Must have functional sight and hearing.</li><li>Will be required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.</li><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Kaukauna, WI - 1500 Arbor Way Kaukauna WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R106219. Posted job title: Surgical Tech Ambulatory Surgery Center

The Surgery team at Aurora BayCare Medical Center serves all age spans from neonates to geriatric. Patients consist of ambulatory to ICU status. We have 7 OR’s on 2nd floor, 4 OR’s and a hybrid room on 3rd floor, and 8 OR’s at the east side. We have amazing staff of registered nurses and surgical techs and, we also work very closely with OR EVS and anesthesia techs. We work as a team with ABMC physicians who represent a vast array of specialties as part of a collaborative effort to provide the best possible care to our patients.This is a blended role of ST Lead and ST, allotting 20 hours to each on the PM shift. Position does have call requirement of 1-2 nights per week, every 3-6 weekends and 1-2 holidays per year.We offer a very competitive compensation and benefit package. We are offering Sign-On Bonuses up to $12,000 based on experience and hours per week. Build your expertise with a dynamic team of professionals.Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training/orienting, providing day-to-day work direction, scheduling, and giving input on performance. Assigns, monitors, and reviews progress and accuracy of work, directs efforts and provides guidance on more complex issues.</li><li>Assists with human resource responsibilities, which may include interviewing and selection of new employees, staff development, providing performance feedback, resolution of employee concerns, and employee morale. Assists in developing processes and interpreting department policies and procedures, and advises and updates staff on procedural changes.</li><li>Serves as a resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Participates in department and/or facility committees, or work teams.</li><li>Assists in reviewing and evaluating the quality of patient care provided. Assists in evaluating and recommending new products, equipment, new technology and techniques, and identifies cost savings opportunities. May coordinate meetings with medical supply representatives.</li><li>Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).</li><li>Performs all types of procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures. Specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable, serving as a resource to others and assisting with complex surgical cases. Functions as a First or Second Assistant as necessary. This includes but is not limited to, holding retractors, cauterizing, application of surgical dressings and wound closure under the direct guidance of a Surgeon. Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.</li><li>Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair. Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures, and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>Typically requires 5 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist position.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Completion of a suturing class or equivalent military training.</li><li>Proficient in all surgical specialties with expertise in a minimum of two.</li><li>Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing.</li><li>Demonstrated leadership skills such as delegation, team building, managing multiple priorities, problem solving, and decision making.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize Physician's needs and changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions and respond appropriately.</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with Physicians, patients and other staff members.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.</li><li>Must be able to stand/walk for majority of the day.</li><li>Must have functional sight and hearing.</li><li>Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, protective equipment must be worn as necessary including masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Aurora BayCare Medical Center Green Bay WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R90971. Posted job title: Surgical Technologist (ST) Lead

Major Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned.<ul> <li>    6)Assists in emergency situations as assigned. </li> <li>    7)Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards. </li> <li>    8)Maintains educational records and timecard. </li> <li>    9)Maintains competencies. </li> <li>    1)Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner.</li> <li>    2)Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments. </li> <li>    3)Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure. </li> <li>    4)Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. </li> <li>    5)Maintains on-call availability. </li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field.<ul> <li>    1)Verifies instrument/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card.</li> <li>    3)Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments. </li> <li>    4)Assists with clean-up and turnover upon completion of case.</li> <li>    5)Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs. </li> <li>    2)Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading scrub tips. </li></ul></li> <li>In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment.<ul> <li>    3)Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately. </li> <li>    1)Assists with maintaining goals of Surgical Services and Advocate.</li> <li>    2)Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. </li> <li>    4)Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures.<ul> <li>    1)Maintains patient confidentiality.</li> <li>    2)Utilizes guest relation techniques with members of health care team and patients. </li></ul></li> <li> Responsible for maintenance of professional growth.<ul> <li>    1)Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills.</li> <li>    2)Independently completes assignments/projects. </li> <li>    3)Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects. </li></ul></li></ul> Licensure:<ul><li>Surgical Technologist</li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>-1-2 years OR scrub experience (preferred) -High school graduate or GED. -Completion of ST program in an accredited school approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT </li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>-Good communication skills. -Ability to independently perform scrub duties. </li><li>-CPR certification -CST Certification approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting). </li></ul> Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: <ul><li>May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening disease and radiation. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to cooperate and work well with others. Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others. Ability to work in a stressful, changing environment. Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to assume on-call responsibility. </li><li>If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R113005. Posted job title: Certified Surgical Technician - Ambulatory surgery - 0.5 Part time

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).</li><li>Performs all types of procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures. Specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable, serving as a resource to others and assisting with complex surgical cases.</li><li>Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.</li><li>Functions as a First or Second Assistant as necessary. This includes, but is not limited to, holding retractors, cauterizing, application of surgical dressings and wound closure under the direct guidance of a surgeon.</li><li>Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.</li><li>Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.</li><li>Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.</li><li>Acts as a resource and precepts Surgical Technologists I and/or participates in department or facility committees or work teams.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist position.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Completion of a suturing class approved by supervisor.</li><li>Proficient in all surgical specialties with expertise in a minimum of two.</li><li>Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize physician's needs and changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions and respond appropriately.</li><li>Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Basic computer proficiency.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.</li><li>Must have functional sight and hearing.</li><li>Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.</li><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.</li><li>Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.</li></ul> This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Aurora Medical Center Kenosha Kenosha WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R97138. Posted job title: Surgical Tech

Advocate Aurora Health jobs

Respiratory Therapist

$30-45/hour

Respiratory Therapist

$30-45/hour

Respiratory Therapist

$30-45/hour

Surgical Technologist

$25-39/hour

Surgical Technologist

$25-39/hour

Surgical Technologist

$25-39/hour

Lead - Surgical Technologist

$27-41/hour

Certified Surgical Technologist

$26-39/hour

Surgical Technologist

$25-39/hour