Surgical Technologist- HOSC

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Penn State Health in Hershey, PA is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a full-time, day-shift role with varied hours. You will set up sterile instrumentation, anticipate the needs of the surgical team, and provide intraoperative support to ensure optimal patient care.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program with certification or eligibility, and at least two years of recent OR experience. Eligible for a $7,500 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program and certification, or eligibility to obtain certification within six months.
• Two years minimum recent operating room experience.
• Active evidence of ongoing credential requirements and readiness to support OR procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide a sterile patient care environment and set up instrumentation for procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team by supplying instruments and supplies.
• Provide surgical assistance during operating room procedures as required.

Skills

Operating room experience

Sterile technique

Team environment

Education

Surgical technologist program certification

Job description

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

Penn State Health - Penn State Health Corporation

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: Varied

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for providing a sterile patient care environment, for setting-up instrumentation for operating room surgical procedures, for anticipating the needs of the surgical team by providing instruments and supplies, and for providing surgical assistance during operating room procedures.

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.




• Minimum two (2) years recent operating room experience.

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 CORPORATION?

There are many ways to make an impact with one of the leading research, teaching, and clinical healthcare systems in the country. Through a combination of operational, corporate, clinical, and nonclinical roles, we are advancing excellence and innovation in health care together as one team. As Penn State Health continues to evolve for the future, we are committed to hiring dedicated employees who are passionate about delivering the best possible support across our entire integrated health system.

Within Penn State Health’s Shared Services Entity, we encourage our employees at every turn to continue their education and advancement. Numerous opportunities are available for professional development and career growth.

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.

Union: Non Bargained

Position Surgical Technologist- HOSC

Location US:PA: Hershey | Surgical Services | Full Time

Req ID 96833