Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery (10 Hour Days)

Azza HealthCare Agency; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family support services

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to support surgical teams in a fast-paced, patient-focused OR. You will uphold aseptic technique, assist with equipment and specimen handling, and participate in timeouts to verify correct sites and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork, precise documentation, and ongoing collaboration with staff to maintain a clean, organized environment and high standards of care in Altoona, PA.

Qualifications

• Active Surgical Technologist Certification or eligibility under Act 80 guidelines.
• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program.
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting surgeons during surgeries across all ages.
• Preparing operating rooms with instruments, sutures, and supplies.
• Practicing sterile techniques, participating in surgical timeouts, and verifying surgical sites.
• Managing supplies, documenting procedures, and ensuring accurate specimen identification.
• Monitoring patient reactions, assisting with wound care, and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
• Supporting intra-operative needs and training new staff members.

Skills

Certification

Experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Specialty Training Program

Job description

Seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures, ensuring aseptic techniques, patient safety, and proper handling of specimens and supplies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting surgeons during surgeries across all ages
• Preparing operating rooms with instruments, sutures, and supplies
• Practicing sterile techniques, participating in surgical timeouts, and verifying surgical sites
• Managing supplies, documenting procedures, and ensuring accurate specimen identification
• Monitoring patient reactions, assisting with wound care, and maintaining a clean, organized environment
• Supporting intra-operative needs and training new staff members

Qualifications And Skills

• Active Surgical Technologist Certification or eligibility under Act 80 guidelines
• Previous experience preferred
• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills

Additional Information

• Full benefits from day one, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans
• Generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services
• Work in a collaborative, diverse, and safety-focused environment committed to excellence and innovation