Surgical Technologist - Imaging and Diagnostic Services (IR)

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 14, 2024
Surgical Technologist - Imaging and Diagnostic Services (IR) Surgical Technologist - Imaging and Diagnostic Services (IR) Hiring Department: Imaging and Diagnostic Services - Interventional Radiology Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1028245 Posting Close Date: 12/1/2024 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Description: Position Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Physician, performs the technical functions directly related to surgical asepsis, instrument preparation and presentation during surgical cases. Uses judgment to independently perform various activities related to the effective preparation of instruments prior to, during and following completion of O.R. cases. The OR Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice and Magnet's Five Models of Care in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the OR Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals Duties & Responsibilities Follows established operating room/procedural area policies and procedures. Assists in the care, maintenance, distribution, and control of equipment and supplies, both sterile and unsterile, that are used in operating procedures. Assists in surgery/procedures, which includes arranging sterile articles and instruments, dressing materials and sutures appropriate to the kind of operation/procedures, while maintaining sterility and orderliness of instrument/procedure tables. Takes sponge, needle, and instrument counts during and after surgery according to hospital policy and reports discrepancies. Prepares patients for surgery/procedure by cleaning and shaving the surgical site; assists with skin preparation and draping of patient. Prepares medications, except narcotics, on the sterile field. Assists with infusions for arterial sheath maintenance. Assists with preparation of the procedure room by procuring equipment and supplies as indicated; checks equipment for proper functioning, maintains records, and provides for comfort of patient. Performs patient centered activities conducive to the general comfort and safety of patient. Performs other related duties as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree in Surgical Technology from an approved Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation program. OR A Current certification as a Surgical Technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting [NBSTSA] as a surgical technologist. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation [CPR] certification. Preferred Qualifications 8 HR shifts- 5 days/week Mon-Fri (flex days)/40 hours per week Rotating on call required for evening, night, weekend for every other week. Rotating on call for every other holiday Current (AHA) BLS/CPR certification required by department The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. 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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign University of Illinois Springfield University of Illinois System Office University of Illinois Foundation The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12549?c=uic Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-b21f6a009a3eaf4d818330cb517f1bc3