Entry-Level Surgical Technologist | OR Support & Prep

Highmark Health / AHN; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Responsibilities include aseptic technique, instrument setup, patient positioning, and counts.

Ideal candidates hold a one-year Surgical Technologist certificate, with 1–3 years of experience preferred; CPR within 60 days of hire. Compliance with HIPAA, privacy policies, and cost-effective patient care is expected.

Qualifications

• One year certificate from a college or technical school.
• CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up surgical operating suite with instruments and supplies.
• Follow aseptic techniques and policy for medication and specimens.
• Prepare, position and drape patients; participate in the surgical pause.
• Adapt to surgeon preference and update materials as needed.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Promote cost-effective and efficient environment for patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical instruments handling

Team collaboration

Education

Surgical Technologist certificate

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Responsibilities include aseptic technique, instrument setup, patient positioning, and counts.

Ideal candidates hold a one-year Surgical Technologist certificate, with 1–3 years of experience preferred; CPR within 60 days of hire. Compliance with HIPAA, privacy policies, and cost-effective patient care is expected.