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Surgical Technologist

SSM Health·Mount Vernon, Illinois

$22 - $33/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 28 days ago
Practice for this role

Surgical Technologist · $22 - $33/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -27% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in Mount Vernon, Illinois ($30.00/hr, n=36)
  • 40 similar openings in the Mount Vernon area · median $30.00/hr
$15.63/hr · lowesthighest · $40.00/hr
this role: $21.99/hrmedian $30.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 36 posted nursing roles in Mount Vernon, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 33rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 27% below the Mount Vernon, Illinois median for nursing roles.

Responsible for providing patient care activities and maintaining the Operating Room under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Duties include setting up the room, gathering supplies and instruments, and handling instruments during surgical procedures.

It's more than a career, it's a calling IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mount Vernon Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: All candidates must have completed an accredited surgical tech program to be eligible to apply! Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility! Schedule Options: Full Time (on call shifts required)

Benefits

Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to: Getting paid every day! Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year Adoption assistance Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer matching plans Long & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) *Please note, benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply. #CoreHire Pay Range: $23.09 - $34.64 Pay Rate Type: Hourly SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. Job Summary: Responsible for the provision of patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary for the care of patients and the maintenance of the Operating Room under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Sets up Operating Room with needed items for patient care; gathers supplies, x-rays, instruments, etc., for cases; handles instruments during procedures. Communicates information to the RN regarding patients. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Practices and implements the technical components of patient care under the supervision of a RN. Collaborates with the RN and other healthcare professionals. to implement a plan of care that incorporates physician preferences, nursing assessments and diagnostic data in a manner that is prioritized, timely, and integrated with the plan of care. Prepares equipment, supply and resource needs based on an individualized plan of care. Re-evaluates and modifies resource needs as needed. Communicates accurate and timely information to the Registered Nurse regarding patients in their care. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to perform all aspects of a variety of surgical procedures. Maintains knowledge and skills to properly operate all surgical equipment and instruments. Utilizes appropriate aseptic technique when handling supplies, instruments, and equipment. Follows laboratory policy and procedure to correctly handle and label all laboratory specimens. Documents quality controls thoroughly and accurately according to unit specific standards. Demonstrates competence in problem solving, conflict resolution, and team building. Serves as a resource to other team members. Organizes and utilizes time efficiently. Demonstrates appropriate prioritization. Maintains an organized work environment. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION High school diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience or Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing EXPERIENCE Either prior operating room experience or graduation from an approved surgical technician program or graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors. Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Constant lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching and gripping. Frequent use of clear vision at 20 inches or less. Frequent use of speech to share information through oral communication. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing over 50 lbs. Occasional use of clear vision at 20 feet or more. Occasional use of sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional keyboard use/data entry. Rare kneeling. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

Requirements

Candidates must have completed an accredited surgical tech program or possess equivalent nursing education. A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Prioritization
  • Patient care
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem solving
  • Aseptic technique
  • Team building
  • Specimen handling
  • Surgical technology
  • Surgical equipment operation
  • Operating room maintenance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$22 - $33/hr
Location
Mount Vernon, Illinois
Posted
Aug 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit, fully integrated health system dedicated to advancing innovative, sustainable, and compassionate care for patients and communities throughout the Midwest and beyond. The organization’s 40,000 team members and 13,900 providers are...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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State of Work Location

  • Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare
  • Provider (BLS
  • HCP) -
  • American
  • Heart
  • Association (AHA)
  • Work
  • Shift:
  • Day
  • Shift (United
  • States of
  • America)
  • Job
  • Type:
  • Employee
  • Department: 4403000046
  • Surgery
  • Scheduled
  • Weekly
  • Hours: 40 SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Click here to learn more.

Market context

Illinois surgical technologist demand remains steady

Illinois healthcare employers commonly seek surgical technologists for operating room support, and competition can be stronger for candidates who already hold BLS and have completed an accredited surgical technology program or military training. This role is often evaluated on sterile technique, teamwork, and readiness to work in fast-paced surgical settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing the original posting, then confirm your certification status and highlight any OR experience before applying.

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