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Surgical Technologist - OR - Aurora Surgery Center Full time

American Addiction Centers·Aurora, Illinois

$27 - $40/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing the sterile field, managing surgical instruments, and assisting the surgical team during procedures. They also ensure a safe work environment and may perform sterile processing duties as needed.

Department

08703 Dreyer ASC Co - Surgery Center: Surgical Suites

Status: Full time

Benefits: Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Monday - Friday (no call, or weekends) typical hours vary between 7a-5

30p.

Pay Range

$26.55 - $39.85

Major Responsibilities

Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned:

  • 1)Prepares sterile field in a timely manner.
  • 2)Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, medication to field, and disposition of contaminated instruments.
  • 3)Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedures.
  • 4)Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.
  • 5)Assists in emergency situations as assigned.
  • 6)Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards.
  • 7)Maintains educational records and timecard.
  • 8)Maintains competencies.
  • Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies / instruments delivered to the field:
  • 1)Verifies instruments/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card.
  • 2)Verifies specific needs of physician by reading scrub tips.
  • 3)Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments.
  • 4)Assists with clean up and turnover upon completion of case.
  • 5)Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease cost.
  • May function in role of Sterile Processing Technician as needed to cover vacation and other days off.

Education/Experience Required

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech program.
  • Previous OR experience strongly preferred.
  • New graduates must present copy of final transcripts and letters of recommendation from two clinical instructors.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

  • Good communication skills with ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others.
  • Ability to independently perform scrub duties.
  • Good organizational skills
  • Knowledgeable of standard OR procedures and equipment.
  • Knowledgeable of standard OR medical terminology.
  • Knowledgeable of standard OR safety practices and sterile techniques.
  • Ability to cooperate and work well with others.
  • CPR

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening disease and radiation.
  • Position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated.
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting (lifting 50 pounds occasionally and/or 25-50 pounds frequently and/or lifting 10-20 pounds constantly.)
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment with established time constraints.
  • If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards

benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

  • Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

  • and more
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health [https://www.advocatehealth.org/] is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health.

Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care [https://www.advocatehealth.com/] in Illinois; Atrium Health [https://atriumhealth.org/] in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care [https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/] in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine [https://school.wakehealth.edu/] serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$27 - $40/hr
Location
Aurora, Illinois
Posted
Apr 24, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

American Addiction Centers

American Addiction Centers (AAC) is a nationwide network of treatment centers, offering a full continuum of care. We take a holistic approach to addiction treatment — by addressing each client as a whole person. We work to consider how factors such as an individual’s lifestyle,...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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