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Surgical Tech Program Director Jobs in Chicago, IL

Certified Surgical Tech

Lombard, IL · On-site

$28 - $39.25/hr

A graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program. * 1 year of surgical tech experience * BLS certification ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : * Prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical ...

Certified Surgical Tech

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$28 - $39.25/hr

A graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program. * 1 year of surgical tech experience * BLS certification Essential Functions: * Prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical ...

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How much do surgical tech program director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for surgical tech program director in Chicago, IL is $144,379.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $126,200.00 and $159,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Surgical Tech Program Director job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $144,379 per year, or $69.4 per hour.

Surgical Tech Certified - Hawthorn Surgery Center

SCA Health

Vernon Hills, IL

$19.86 - $35.34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. 

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.  

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values

  • Clinical quality 
  • Integrity 
  • Service excellence 
  • Teamwork 
  • Accountability 
  • Continuous improvement 
  • Inclusion 

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.    

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will


Responsibilities

We are actively hiring for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). 

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Responsibilities: 

  • Function as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures.
  • Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.  
  • Assist with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients. 
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.  

Qualifications

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Requirements:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent. 
  • Graduate of a recognized and accredited Surgical Technologist Program.   
  • Prior Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.   
  • Current Surgical Technologist certification preferred.   
  • Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification. 
USD $19.86/Hr. USD $35.34/Hr.Qualifications:

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Requirements:

  • High School Graduate or equivalent. 
  • Graduate of a recognized and accredited Surgical Technologist Program.   
  • Prior Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.   
  • Current Surgical Technologist certification preferred.   
  • Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification. 
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