Operating Room Surgical Technician-Precision & Team Impact

sluhn; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team in Allentown, PA. The candidate will prepare sterile setups, assist with intraoperative tasks, and maintain strict sterile technique throughout procedures.

The role requires certification with NJ/PA, with new graduates needing certification within six months of hire, and includes on-the-job training with orientation to ensure safety and efficiency in the OR.

Qualifications

• Certification required upon hire (NJ/PA)
• New graduate must obtain certificate within 6 months of hire
• On-the-job training with 1.5 years minimum; 8 weeks orientation

Responsibilities

• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
• Scrubs, gowns, and gloves for self and surgical team.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and meds/solutions.
• Performs counts with circulator before incision and before closing.
• Assists with draping sterile field and passes instruments to surgeon.
• Demonstrates ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
• Maintains sterile technique throughout the procedure.
• Handles surgical specimens appropriately and safely.
• Handles sharps and medications per OR safety policies.

Skills

Sterile technique

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Anticipate team needs

Education

Surgical Technologist certification

NBSTSA/NCCT certification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team in Allentown, PA. The candidate will prepare sterile setups, assist with intraoperative tasks, and maintain strict sterile technique throughout procedures.

The role requires certification with NJ/PA, with new graduates needing certification within six months of hire, and includes on-the-job training with orientation to ensure safety and efficiency in the OR.