Surgical Technologist - Digestive Health
 Carle Health | |
$24.53 - $40.97 / hr
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 United States, Illinois, Urbana | |
 Jul 18, 2025 | |
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Overview
The Surgical Technologist provides clinical support in the Digestive Health Center. As a member of the endoscopy team, the Surgical Technologist assists with patient care activities, obtains specimens, assists physician with instruments and setting up and tearing down room between cases. Role includes reprocessing of endoscopes and accessory instruments and resource for technical equipment within the department. Qualifications Certifications: Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) within 1 year - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), Education: Associate's Degree: Surgical Technology; Certificate of Completion: Surgical Technology, Work Experience: Surgical technologist Responsibilities Meets all criteria for Level 1 Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department. 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. Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a clean and/or sterile environment. Maintains separation of clean and dirty. Communicates effectively with team members and patients and families. Assists providers with procedures and treatments. Assists in cleaning and sterilization of instruments in accordance with unit and hospital policy and nursing society guidelines. Cleans and stocks exam and procedure rooms. Obtains specimens and transports in accordance to hospital policy. Resource for technical equipment within the department. Assists with inventory and restocking of supplies. Attends precepting class and participates in orientation and training of other surgical team members. Assists nurses in performing circulating skills and tasks. Participates in unit education though educational presentations (power point, posters, lectures, etc.) Assists the physician with equipment needed to perform procedure. Prepares the procedure room with appropriate supplies and equipment. Reprocesses endoscopes. Assists the RN. Provides care to patients that is within their scope as directed by the RN. Assists the physician in collecting specimens. About Us Find 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 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. 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 Benefits The compensation range for this position is $24.53per hour - $40.97per 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. | |