Certified Surgical Technologist-Cardiothoracic Open Heart

Lifepoint Health®; Johnstown (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package

Free gym memberships

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech to join Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, PA. In this vital role, you will prepare and assist in surgical procedures while ensuring a sterile environment. Responsibilities include setting up the operating room, maintaining equipment, and assisting surgeons during operations. The position offers full-time work with a range of benefits, including medical coverage, financial protection, and professional development opportunities. BLS certification is required within a month of hire.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within one month of hire.
• Able to perform surgical procedures under high pressure.
• Must maintain professional standards and provide age-appropriate care.

Responsibilities

• Set up the operating room and organize sterile tables.
• Maintain supply of fluids and prepare patients for surgery.
• Assist in operations by passing instruments and holding retractors.
• Clean and restock the operating room after procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduate from surgical technology program

Tools

Surgical instruments and equipment

Sterilizers

Suction machines

Electrosurgical units

Job description

Certified Surgical Tech | Cardiothoracic Open Heart CST | Will float to OR when no Open Hearts are scheduled

Job Type: Full Time | M-F with Open Heart call

Your Experience Matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Surgical Tech joining our team, you\'re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center strives to provide:

• Low turnover reflecting team stability
• Highly supportive and collaborative team environment
• Peer-to-peer recognition
• Strong focus on staff well-being and safety culture

How You\'ll Contribute

A Surgical Tech who excels in this role:

• Before an operation, helps set up the operating room and organizes sterile table with surgical instruments and equipment, sterile linens, and sterile solutions.
• Checks, adjusts, and operates equipment such as sterilizers, lights, suction machines, electrosurgical units, and diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains supply of fluids such as plasma, saline, blood, and glucose for use during operation.
• Prepares patients for surgery by washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites. Also transports, positions patients on table, and covers them with sterile surgical drapes.
• Scrubs hands and arms, puts on sterile operating room attire to be able to work within the sterile field established around the patient and to handle the sterilized instruments, equipment, and supplies used in the procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments, and providing sterile items in an efficient manner.
• Helps prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and applies dressings as directed.
• Cleans and restocks the operating room.
• Adheres to The Joint Commission (TJC) on professional standards and attends hospital in-service training sessions as directed. Provides age-appropriate care for all age groups.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

What we\'re looking for

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required one month from hire date
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Surgical technologists graduate from surgical technology program (years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education/certification).

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tasha Colson by emailing [e-mail]

More About Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has 537 inpatient, behavioral health, rehabilitation, and transitional care beds and is home to the highest level of care designations for Neonatal Care (Level 3) and Trauma Care (Level 1). Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has received recognition by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. Conemaugh Memorial is proudly committed to being a teaching hospital including seven medical residency programs, School of Nursing, and Allied Health education programs.

EEOC Statement

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.