Surgical Technologist – Digestive Health Center

Carle Health

. Provide clinical support in the Digestive Health Center as a member of the endoscopy team .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUrbana • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical support within the endoscopy team, including patient care, specimen handling, and adherence to infection control principles. Proficient in sterile techniques and documentation, with a strong foundation in surgical technology and patient care concepts.

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Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)Basic Life Support (BLS)Infection Control PrinciplesSurgical Technology KnowledgePatient Care Concepts

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Hard Skills

Specimen CollectionSterile TechniqueSurgical Procedures ScrubbingDocumentation AccuracyAseptic PrinciplesEndoscope ReprocessingInventory ManagementPatient Data CollectionMedical Terminology KnowledgeAnatomy and Physiology Knowledge

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem SolvingHand/Eye Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Endoscopy EquipmentSurgical InstrumentsSterilization Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Surgical TechnologyCertified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER)Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Infection ControlPerioperative TeamworkHealthcare Sterile ProcessingPatient CareSurgical Technology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide clinical support in the Digestive Health Center as a member of the endoscopy team
Assist with patient care activities
Obtain and transport specimens according to hospital policy
Assist physicians with instruments, equipment, procedures, treatments, and specimen collection
Set up, clean, stock, and tear down procedure and exam rooms between cases
Reprocess endoscopes and accessory instruments
Clean and sterilize instruments according to unit and hospital policies and guidelines
Apply aseptic principles and maintain separation of clean and dirty areas
Collect patient data as directed by the RN
Perform accurate documentation in nursing units and patient records
Serve as a technical equipment resource within the department
Assist with inventory and restocking of supplies
Provide patient care within scope as directed by the RN

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate of Completion in Surgical Technology
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) within 18 months – Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA)
Excellent communication skills
Hand/eye coordination
Knowledge of infection control principles
Ability to independently scrub basic surgical procedures
Ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed
Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology
Basic knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers
Knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork
Knowledge and application of sterile technique during surgical procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus available
Relocation bonus available
Comprehensive benefits package
Multiple shift options, including 8-, 9-, and 10-hour shifts
Potential for growth and life-long careers