Senior Surgical Technologist II: Scrub & Assist

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a Surgical Technologist to scrub and assist surgeons across all age groups under the direction of a professional registered nurse. The role emphasizes sterile technique and precise instrument handling.

The position requires an accredited Surgical Technology program and certification, plus prior operating room experience. You will prepare the surgical suite, support surgeon preferences, and participate in counts and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum One year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years’ specialty experience.

Responsabilités

• Demonstrates competent technical skills and performs scrub functions related to the entra-operative phase.
• Understands, anticipates and adapts to surgeon preference and patient care variables and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials. (35%)
• Demonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures performed during the inter-operative phase utilizing proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication and specimen handling. (35%)
• Assists with the preparation of the surgical suite. (15%)
• Contributes to division, hospital, and department goals. (10%)
• Performs sponge, needle and instrument count. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Formation

Surgical Technology Certificate

Certification: CST, TS-C

Description du poste

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a Surgical Technologist to scrub and assist surgeons across all age groups under the direction of a professional registered nurse. The role emphasizes sterile technique and precise instrument handling.

The position requires an accredited Surgical Technology program and certification, plus prior operating room experience. You will prepare the surgical suite, support surgeon preferences, and participate in counts and safety protocols.