Surgical Tech- Operating Room Full-time Day Shift $2,500 Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Palos Hospital
Palos Heights, IL

The salary range for this position is $24.29 - $35.22 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.



Benefits:

  • $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
  • $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
  • $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
  • $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
  • Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus

Internal employees are not eligible for the Sign-on Bonus

Previous employees hired within 1 year are not eligible for the Sign-on Bonus

The Surgical Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technician is responsible for her/his assigned procedures. As a member of the surgical team she/he provides the surgeon with the proper instrumentation and equipment and works to maintain a safe environment for each patient and a readiness for emergency situations, taking into consideration the special needs and behaviors of the specific age of the unit population.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assesses and identifies equipment and supplies for all cases assigned.
  • Identifies potential or real problems that need immediate correction or attention.
  • Reviews daily assignment to maintain supply inventory on specialty carts.
  • Sets up table, instruments and supplies according to procedure and physician's preference cards.
  • Assists in positioning and draping of patient.
  • Anticipates and assists in meeting the needs of the surgeon.
  • Maintains and is responsible for counts of instruments, sponges, needles and miscellaneous items with the R.N.
  • Maintains aseptic technique throughout procedure.
  • Handles equipment properly and removes gross contamination before sending to S.S.P.
  • Assists the registered nurse in circulating duties when not scrubbed.
    • Opens supplies
    • Counts, when RN is scrub person
    • Assist anesthesia, as needed
    • Assist in specimen collection and labeling
    • Relay messages to team leader
    • Obtain any additional supplies needed
    • Assist RN in moving and positioning of patient
  • Monitors use and maintenance of doctor's specialty instruments.
  • Maintains readiness for emergencies and the need to assist the surgeon, if necessary, until additional help can be obtained.
  • Coordinates use of supplies and equipment for intraoperative care with other staff.
  • Informs OR Charge Nurse\Supply Systems or designee of need for special order supplies.

Qualifications

Required :

  • Graduate of a Surgical Technology program
  • BLS - CPR
  • Physical Demand Requirement :
    • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Preferred:

  • Certified as a Surgical Technician
  • Previous experience as a Surgical Technician

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Posted 2025-09-25

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