Surgical Technologist I: OR Setup & Patient Care

Highmark Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in preparing the operating room, maintain aseptic technique, and support patient care before, during, and after procedures. The role emphasizes accurate counts and procedural adherence in a fast-paced surgical suite.

Applicants should have a college or technical certificate and relevant CST/TS-C certification timelines; preferred candidates have 1–3 years of experience in surgical technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training.
• Preferred 1-3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with instruments and supplies.
• Uses aseptic technique and follows standard precautions for medication and specimen handling.
• Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to verify patient and site.
• Adapts to surgeon preferences and patient care variables and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Carefully uses resources to promote cost effective and efficient patient environment.

Skills

Surgical Technologist experience

Education

Surgical Technologist program completion

CST/TS-C certification within 6 months

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in preparing the operating room, maintain aseptic technique, and support patient care before, during, and after procedures. The role emphasizes accurate counts and procedural adherence in a fast-paced surgical suite.

Applicants should have a college or technical certificate and relevant CST/TS-C certification timelines; preferred candidates have 1–3 years of experience in surgical technology.