Surgical Technologist - DAY SHIFT - Operating Room

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures and ensure proper sterilization of instruments. This full-time role requires certification and adherence to aseptic technique, providing an opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a state-of-the-art facility. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits with no waiting period

Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Evidence of surgical technologist program completion.
• AHA BLS certification required before orientation.
• Operating room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care and related services in the Operating Room.
• Prepare supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Act as a preceptor to less experienced staff.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Patient Care

Education

Surgical Technologist Certification

Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program

Job description

*$7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify*

Penn State Health - Lancaster Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Lancaster
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 7:00a - 7:00p or 11:00a - 7:00p with call rotation
Recruiter Contact: Amanda A. Frankhouser at [e-mail]

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 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 BLS required prior to orientation completion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Previous operating room experience within the last three (3) years preferred.

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 LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health?s expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other.

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 fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.