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Surgery Support Technician

Lurie Children's Hospital·Chicago, Illinois

$18 - $27/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago
Practice for this role

Surgery Support Technician · $18 - $27/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -49% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Chicago, Illinois ($35.00/hr, n=1830)
$8.45/hr · p10p90 · $375/hr
this role: $18.00/hrmedian $35.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,830 posted healthcare roles in Chicago, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 17th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 49% below the Chicago, Illinois median for similar positions.

Provides essential support in surgical services by transferring patients, preparing operating rooms, and managing the delivery of specimens and medications. Maintains unit equipment, stocks supplies, and ensures adherence to infection prevention and control protocols.

Ann & Robert H.

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.

As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.

Ann & Robert H.

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S.

News & World Report.

Day Evening (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H.

Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

Transfers and lifts patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, banana carts, beds, cribs and other vehicles utilizing safe and appropriate body mechanics, posture and lifting techniques. Handles equipment that may accompany the patient such as drainage tubes, central lines or respiratory equipment. Retrieves/delivers required items for patient care to team members as called upon adhering to specific procedures detailed for each department such as refrigeration requirements or time sensitive nature of certain items. Provides direct patient care assistance or support under the direction/supervision of a member of the surgical services team, for example, serving as a runner for items during a complex surgical procedure such as a liver transplant or assisting with holding/positioning patients. Practices universal precautions in the care of patients and handling of supplies/equipment/specimens as directed by hospital and department procedures and policies. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Assists in the retrieval and delivery of medications, blood and/or pharmaceutical products from tube system to the patient care provider. Assists in the turnover and set-up of Operating Rooms by cleaning all patient care equipment, checks case carts, prepares positioning devices, opens sterile supplies and ensures all needed equipment is available for the procedure. Retrieves/delivers surgical specimens per schedule to the appropriate laboratory destination and ensures the specimen is properly labeled prior to accepting the item for delivery. Prior to end of shift does a final check of specimen laboratory refrigerator and delivers all specimens. Manages linen and solution distribution noting expiration dates in accordance with policy. Changes linens on inpatient beds. Stocks operating rooms, pass throughs and central cores as needed ensuring supplies have not expired. Stocking bins to be dusted every two weeks. Maintains PAR levels of all unit equipment such as suction machines, pumps, carts, O2 tanks, etc. Cleans refrigerators/freezers/microwaves in the staff break rooms in accordance with the hospitals Infection Prevention and Control standards/protocols. Assists in case cart assembly and distribution. Demonstrates appropriate communication with patients and their families, hospital staff and the public at all times to assure successful transportation of patients, supplies and equipment. All communication should be conducted courteously and clearly within the guidelines of the professional image standards. Position requires availability for on-call rotation to assist with complex procedures such as transplant and/or cardiac cases. Minimum Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of CNA program preferred. Good oral and written communication skills; ability to follow-up on information with staff members. Ability to organize workday and environment to get job done. Excellent public contact skills - courteous, tactful, friendly, ability to work well with others. Ability to handle multiple requests and work in a stressful environment. Completion of Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Medical Center CPR certification requirement.

Shift

11:00 am to 7:00pm Education High School Diploma/GED (Required) Pay Range $18.00-$27.00 Hourly At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Tuition assistance Student loan servicing and support Adoption benefits Backup Childcare and Eldercare Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities Discount purchasing program There’s a Place for You with Us At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org AI Notice Lurie Children’s utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. All employment decisions are made by individuals. It is a civil rights violation with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, or employment for an employer to use artificial intelligence that has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act or to use zip codes as a proxy for protected classes. For questions about the use of artificial intelligence in this process or any additional support, please contact: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a CNA program completion preferred. Must possess strong communication skills and the ability to obtain CPR certification.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Service
  • Communication Skills
  • Organization
  • CPR
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Positioning
  • Patient Transfer
  • Body Mechanics
  • Sterile Supply Handling
  • Specimen Delivery
  • Medical Equipment Handling

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Critical Illness Coverage
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Adoption Benefits
  • Discount Purchasing Program
  • Student Loan Servicing and Support
  • Backup Childcare and Eldercare
  • Accident and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
  • Employer Paid Group Term Life Insurance
  • 403(b) With 5% Employer Match
  • Discount on Lurie Children’s Facilities

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $27/hr
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Posted
Jun 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Lurie Children's Hospital

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is the largest pediatric healthcare provider in the region with a 130 year legacy of excellence. We are proud to serve as the pediatric teaching and research partner of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, and...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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In Illinois, surgery support technician roles are typically tied to hospitals and surgical centers that need reliable perioperative support and patient-facing communication. This role can be competitive because employers often look for candidates with a high school diploma, CNA program completion preferred, plus CPR readiness and strong communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your CPR status and highlight any clinical or support experience in your application.

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