Surgical Technologist Certified - Main Operating Room - Per Diem - Days

NorthShore University HealthSystem
paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, Illinois, Arlington Heights
800 West Central Road (Show on map)
Jul 14, 2025
Hourly Pay Range: $26.61 - $39.92 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Surgical Technologist Certified - Main Operating Room Location: Arlington Heights, IL Per Diem Hours: 7am-3:30pm, Weekend as needed, Minimum 3 calls/month Required Travel: No What you will do: Identifies and obtains the required surgical instrumentation, equipment and supplies required for surgical procedures based on physicians request and the needs of patient. Exchanges drug trays as needed under the direction of licensed medical staff. Inspects, properly cares for, and handles surgical instrumentation and equipment appropriately. Adheres to principles of asepsis; appropriately handling any break that may occur in sterile technique. Performs scrub responsibilities according to physician's preference and hospital policies and procedures. Anticipates, and is attentive to, the surgeon's needs for instruments, ligatures, sponges, irrigation, etc. during the surgical procedure. Performs in the 2nd circulator role, under the supervision of a RN, performing advanced technical core competency skills including skin prep, monitoring equipment, positioning, urinary catheter insertion and care, Carelink Surgical Manager date/time entry, video equipment set-up, and operation of unit specific equipment. Additional duties may include laser operator, IV line maintenance and POC competencies (BG; ISTAT). Manages inventory/equipment for a specialty area(s) and builds and maintains physician resource maps in the Carelink Surgical Manager System. Serves as a technical resource to peers. Collaborates with peers, Director, and Clinical Coordinators to maximize best clinical practices to achieve positive patient outcomes. Participates in corporate and/or unit level team or councils related to unit performance improvement. Precepts new employees. Assists in developing unit based education and skills labs. What you will need: Graduate of an approved surgical technology program. Minimum 3 years previous experience in a Main OR or Day Surgery Center Specialty-certified and maintains continuing education hours per certification renewal cycle On-the job validation in specific core competencies for Surgical Technologist Level II. Must possess current CPR certification (AHA/BLS) Benefits: Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance. (For AIP eligible positions) Premium pay for eligible employees Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best". Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.