ST Surgical Technologist - Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hershey (PA); Sur place; USD 34 440 000 - 48 216 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tuition discount

Résumé du poste

Penn State Health - Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center, LLC seeks a Surgical Technologist for a PRN position in Hershey, PA. You will scrub, assist in patient care in the OR, and prepare supplies and equipment for procedures.

The role requires aseptic technique, appropriate training/certification, and the ability to precept others. Shift is day, with varied hours and no weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program with certification.
• Certification within six months if a new graduate from accredited surgical tech program.
• Completion of a US Army/Navy/Air Force surgical technology training program.
• Previously employed to practice surgical technology at PSH or another facility within the last two years.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required before orientation ends.

Responsabilités

• Performs scrub duties and assists in-patient care in the Operating Room.
• Prepares supplies and equipment for use in surgical procedures.
• Acts as a preceptor to less experienced staff and students as needed.
• Maintains aseptic technique and applies anatomy/physiology knowledge to patient care.

Connaissances

Aseptic technique

Surgical assisting

Formation

Accredited surgical technologist program with certification

US Army/Navy/Air Force surgical tech program training

Recent PSH employment or similar experience

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Description du poste

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

Penn State Health - Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center, LLC

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: PRN

FTE: 0.001

Shift: Day

Hours: Varied - 8 hour shifts, start times 7a:00 - 8:00a, Monday - Friday. No Weekends or Holidays.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Performs scrub duties. Assists in-patient care and related services in the Operating Room under the guidance of the Registered Nurse. Prepares supplies and equipment for use in surgical procedures. Participates in surgical procedures by adhering to aseptic technique, utilizing safely instruments and equipment and applying the principles of anatomy and physiology to a surgical patient. The Surgical Technologist acts as a preceptor to less technically prepared employees, students and others as indicated. May serve patent populations from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult to geriatric.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Individual must provide evidence of one (1) of the following:

• Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program and maintains a surgical technologist certification; new graduates of accredited surgical tech programs may obtain certification within six months of graduation.

• Completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the US Army, Navy, or Air force.

• Previously employed to practice surgical technology by the hiring Penn State Health (PSH) health care facility on or before December 29, 2020, or had been employed to practice surgical technology as the primary function at another healthcare facility at any time during the two years prior to December 29, 2020.

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) – required prior to the end of the orientation period

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).

• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.

• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.

• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.

• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH SURGICAL CENTER OF LANCASTER?

The Surgery Center of Lancaster was created to deliver convenient, high-quality outpatient surgical care to the Lancaster community and the physicians who serve it. Our modern ambulatory surgery center is purpose-built for same-day procedures, providing the same clinical excellence, safety standards, and skilled professionals you would expect in a hospital setting, while offering a more efficient and patient-focused experience.

Because we specialize in outpatient surgery, we are able to deliver exceptional care in a streamlined environment. Patients benefit from convenient access, efficient visits, reduced time away from family and work, and high satisfaction with their care experience. Our team is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care and ensuring every surgical visit is as comfortable and seamless as possible.

At Surgery Center of Lancaster, our staff works together to create a warm, supportive environment where patients feel cared for and team members feel valued. We are dedicated to clinical excellence, safety, and continuous improvement in everything we do.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position ST Surgical Technologist - Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center

Location US:PA: Hershey | Surgical Services | PRN

Req ID 105237