Lead Surgical Technologist – OR Operations

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Surgical Technologist to support the operating room before, during, and after procedures. A sign-on bonus is offered based on eligibility and experience.

The role emphasizes inventory management, instrument counts, orienting new staff, and assisting in setting up the suite, with adherence to HIPAA and safety standards. 3 years of surgical scrub experience and completion of an accredited program are required; CPR is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 3 years surgical scrub specialty experience
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Holds CST/TS-C certification within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Initiates changes to physician preference list and assures that team members are aware of changes. (25%)
• Maintains the inventory for the service area assigned. (20%)
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument count. (15%)
• Orients new team members to assigned service area. Directs the work of lower level surgical technicians. (15%)
• Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies. (15%)
• Scrubs in prescribed manner, hands physician instruments required during surgery. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Surgical scrub

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

CST/TS-C certification

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Surgical Technologist to support the operating room before, during, and after procedures. A sign-on bonus is offered based on eligibility and experience.

The role emphasizes inventory management, instrument counts, orienting new staff, and assisting in setting up the suite, with adherence to HIPAA and safety standards. 3 years of surgical scrub experience and completion of an accredited program are required; CPR is mandatory.