Surgical Technologist I - Full Time - Rotational - Jefferson Regional Medical Center

Highmark Health - Jefferson Hills, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Jefferson Hills, PA

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About the position

The Surgical Technologist I position at Jefferson Regional Medical Center involves performing direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. This role is essential in ensuring the surgical operating suite is prepared and maintained, while adhering to safety and procedural standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies.
• Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication and specimen handling.
• Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site.
• Understands, anticipates and adapts to surgeon preference and patient care variables, and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument count.
• Cares for and utilizes resources to promote cost effective and efficient environment for patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• One year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Surgical Technologist certification from an accredited program required within 6 months of completion of the program.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice-to-haves

• 1-3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus based on years of experience with commitments ranging from $10,000 to $25,000.