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UW Health

Surgical Technologist

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A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.

$55,518 / year median in Illinois

+10% projected growth

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Surgical Technologist UW Health - 3.5 Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $27.74 - $40.23 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification Mid-level Certified Surgical Technologist Aseptic technique 2 years
Surgical Technology Full Job Description Work Schedule:
100% FTE, 10:30pm-7:00am, you will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St. Additional components of compensation include impressive shift differentials - $3.50/ hr evening, $4.50 hr night, and $3.25/ hr weekend shift differential as applicable for hours worked. Additional components of compensation may include: overtime on-call pay At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have: Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance Annual wellness reimbursement Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids Tuition reimbursement for career advancement-ask about our fully funded programs! Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development Strong shared governance structure Commitment to employee voice Qualifications Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, a recognized military surgical technologist training program, or possess two years of related clinical experience in a military setting. Required or For employees hired before January 2022, no minimum education required. Required Work Experience Licenses & Certifications Certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred at time of hire; required within 1 year of assuming position. In lieu of certification, will consider five years of surgical technologist experience and successful completion of surgical technologist education program or other education program which includes aseptic techniques and operative procedures. Required Basic Life Support/CPR Certification. Required Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.