• Must be currently enrolled and in good standing in a Surgical Technologist Program and
• Will graduate within two years of hire/start date.

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
• Work may occasionally require travel to other facilities/hospitals.
• requireduired to drive your own vehicle for business purposes.

• Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
• Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and web browser.
• Multicultural sensitivity
• Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.

• Communicates and collaborates with others.
• Counts are timely and actions reflect clear understanding of the dual responsibility with circulating RN.
• Preparation for surgeon specific operative/invasive procedure that's timely, accurate, effective and efficient.
• Sets up sterile field and is scrubbed prior to patient entering the room.
• Scrubs on simple to complex procedures for a variety of specialties.

• Able to "run mayo" independently.
• Is prepared for sequencing, i.e. clamp, cut and tie.
• Attentive to case, pays attention to subtle cues and responds appropriately.
• Performs in first scrub role independently.
• Performs case closing activates such as dressing application, transfer and turnover.

• Monitors the sterile field at all times and points out contaminations.
• Picks cases, suture, instruments and supplies per surgeon preference cards
• Opens sterile supplies without contaminating.
• Open instruments sets, verifying that all indicators are sterilized appropriately.
• Instrument TechnicianProperly wraps and prepares instrument trays for sterilization.

• Wash instrument trays.
• Wipe down case carts/run case cart washer.
• Load and run sterilizer.
• Demonstrates flexibility, speed, and fluidity in response to rapidly changing needs.
• Anticipates and meets need to ensure cases are not delayed.

• Collaborates with staff to ensure availability of instruments and supplies.
• Follows established procedures for care and handling of instruments.
• Operates reprocessing/sterilization equipment (sterilizers, aerators, ultrasonic, etc.).
• Performs all sterilization/disinfection monitoring.
• Uses manufacturer's instructions for all steps of the reprocessing process.

• Labels instruments/supplies accurately.
• Collaborates with Surgical Technologist, RN's and Surgical Instrument lead to ensure resources are available.
• Monitors integrity of instruments to reduce loss and/or damage.
• Monitors reprocessing process to ensure appropriate handling of instruments.
• Inspects instruments for defects and follows instrument repair process.

• Perioperative Nursing AssistantStock warmers on a daily basis.
• Transport of patients.Assist with turnovers in different specialties.
• Able to run Lab/specimen.
• Knowledgeable in multiple support areas such as: instruments, equipment, suture, and preparation area.
• Reviews daily surgery schedule, collaborates with leadership and plans support functions.

• Prepares for age specific case requirements.
• Identifies barriers and initiates appropriate intervention.
• Knowledge of surgical conscience, electronic systems equipment and interrelationships of pre-op, intra-op, and post-op.
• Demonstrates effective critical thinking and problem solving.
• Provides technical assistance to surgeons, RN, Surgical Technologist and support staff.

• Independently sets up and is able to operate equipment for a variety of surgical specialties.
• Provides case specific needs: specialty operating table, case specific assistive devices.
• Able to view multiple specialty, needs collaborate communication and provides required support.
• Establish a Relationship and communication with family members.
• Integrates individual efforts within surgery services to ensure a safe environment, promote teamwork, and satisfaction.

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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.