Certified Surgical Technologist (Full-Time, Days)

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Orwigsburg (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking aCertified Surgical Technician to assist in the operating room. The role involves preparing sterile instruments, assists surgeons by passing tools, and maintaining strict sterile technique throughout procedures.

Applicants must have NJ and PA certifications (or NBSTSA/NCCT), with on-the-job training totaling about 1.5 years and a 8-week orientation. On-call duties may be required; equal opportunity employer; full-time position in the department.

Qualifications

• Certification requirements for NJ and PA are required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain a certificate within six months of hire.
• NBSTSA or NCCT certification is acceptable for this role.

Responsibilities

• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure.
• Scrubs, gowns, and gloves self and team members.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments and meds; ensures proper working condition.

Education

NJ Certification

PA Certification

NBSTSA Certification

NCCT Certification

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.Hours vary by needs of the department.On-call schedule required for positionThe Surgical Technician Certified handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgical procedures.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedureScrubs, gowns, and gloves self and members of the surgical teamSets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure and ensures they are in good working conditionPerforms appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closedAssists with draping sterile fieldPasses instruments, retractors and suture etc., to surgeon during procedureDemonstrates ability to anticipate need of the surgical teamMaintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedureHandles surgical specimens appropriately and safelyHandles sharps and mediations following OR safety policiesPHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:Sit up to 1 hour per day. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; possibly 6 hours at a time. Walk up to 8-10 hours per day; up to 2 hours at a time. Continuously required to use manual dexterity for handling and twisting/turning. Consistently lift and carry objects up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds; frequently push objects up to 100+ pounds (i.e., camera carts, microphones, storage carts, etc.). Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must have the ability to move and respond quickly. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, and peripheral vision. Depth perception necessary. Ability to tolerate visual monotony.Education/License :NJ Requirement: Certification required upon hire.PA Requirement: Certification required upon hire, unless new graduate.A New Graduate, requires certificate within six (6) months of hiring date.Acceptable certifications include one of the following:National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) – 1 year renewal cycleORNational Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) – 2 year renewal cycleTRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:On-the-job training - minimum of 1-1/2 years, with 8 weeks concentrated orientation period.Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.