Certified Lead Surgical Technologist (Colorectal/Plastics)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Passavant, an ANCC Magnet designated facility, is seeking a Full-Time Lead Surgical Technologist to supervise the operating room at McCandless. The role involves coordinating surgical teams, teaching, and maintaining patient safety. Ideal candidates should have experience in surgical technology and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical technology with a focus on OR operations.
• Strong communication skills for educating staff and students.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise surgical technicians.

Responsibilities

• Supervise surgical technicians and coordinate daily shifts.
• Teach principles of surgical technology to new staff.
• Ensure safety and compliance with surgical procedures.

Skills

Coordination

Teaching

Problem Solving

Surgical Assistance

Education

Surgical Technology Certification

Job description

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ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Lead Surgical Technologist to support our Operating Room at the McCandless location. Salary will be determined based upon experience.

Shift Details:

• Monday - Friday
• Four 10 hr. shifts or two 12 hr. shifts and two 8 hr. shifts
• On-call one holiday per year

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate day-to-day supervision of the surgical technicians. Serve as the Lead on daily shifts to resolve/answer any questions or issues.
• Teach both skill and theoretical principles to new employees and students.
• Assist the Nurse Specialist in supervising the use of supplies and equipment for patient care and safety in all procedures.
• Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to surgeon according to established policies and procedures.
• Assist in scheduling procedures under the case scheduling process.
• Demonstrate initiative in problem solving related to patient and technical issues to improve OR function and operation.
• Liaise with Sterile Processing.
• Modify/revise requisitions (surgeon's preference cards) as needed.
• Present one in-service training to staff each year under the direction of the Clinician.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment with attention to safety, explosive hazards, and aseptic technique.
• Have Epro access and ability to order specialty items.
• Serve as a resource to staff members.
• Assist head nurse by precepting students and new employees.
• During surgery, pass instruments and supplies efficiently to surgeons and assistants.
• Assist with retractors, sutures, sponges, and other surgical tasks under the surgeon's supervision.
• Help transfer patients post-surgery to recovery.
• Clean and restock the operating room.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist with positioning and sterile draping.
• Support cost containment in materials and equipment use.
• Assist with gowning and gloving procedures.
• Handle specimens for laboratory analysis and apply dressings.
• Set up surgical instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Assemble and check both sterile and non-sterile equipment.
• Facilitate education of surgical techs and participate in peer review.