Hospital Sisters Health System·Springfield, Illinois
Assists the surgical team in providing intraoperative care by preparing equipment and maintaining the sterile field. Responsible for passing instruments and assisting with patient positioning and transfer during procedures.
$28.14 - $42.21
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
Assists surgical team members in providing intraoperative care to the perioperative patient by preparing and monitoring equipment, passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, assisting with patient transfer/positioning and performing a variety of surgical skills and procedures.
For more questions contact Debbie Suttles at debbie.suttles@hshs.org Education Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Associates degree in surgical technology is preferred.
Graduate from a recognized surgical technology program or has successfully completed military training in surgical technology is required.
Military documentation to establish education includes a DD214 demonstrating graduation from a military training program.
Illinois: High School Diploma or GED PLUS 3 years working as a Surgical Technologist working in healthcare setting may be considered in lieu of education.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations
One of the following certifications is required: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
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Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
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HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Requires a High School Diploma and certification as a CST or TS-C, along with BLS certification. An associate degree in surgical technology or a recognized program graduate is preferred, though 3 years of experience may be considered in lieu of education in Illinois.
Market context
In Illinois, Certified Surgical Technologist openings are often driven by steady operating room staffing needs, so candidates with current certification and recent OR experience tend to stand out. These roles are competitive because employers usually want graduates of a Surgical Tech program, Operating Room Technician Certification, and at least one year in the OR; benefits commonly include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and annual quality or goal incentives. Before applying, confirm your certification details and OR experience match the posting, and note that the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.