OR Surgical Technologist
Urbana, IL
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Surgical Technician 1 - OR

Location: Urbana, Illinois
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Apply principles of asepsis to maintain a sterile environment during surgical setup and procedures.
• Demonstrate competency in technical and psychomotor skills, judgment, and knowledge base relevant to surgical technology.
• Provide age-specific care to obstetrical patients following department policies and procedures.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost-effective department.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, co-workers, and self, adhering to safety and legal requirements.
• Participate in room turnover and setup for subsequent patients efficiently.
• Maintain and clean surgical equipment, identify items needing repair, and perform sterilization and disinfection per policy.
• Assist with obtaining supplies, equipment, positioning devices, and patient positioning for procedures.
• Perform scrubbing duties, including assisting with educational classes for medical students and residents.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of surgical technician experience.
• Ability to independently scrub basic surgical procedures.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for surgical patient care.
• Understanding of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers as related to surgical care.
• Knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork.
• Proficient in applying sterile technique principles during surgical procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• None specified

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not indicated as required.