Surgical Technologist I - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Highmark Health; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for Allegheny Health Network in a full-time position. The role focuses on assisting in the operating room before, during, and after surgery, with opportunities for a sign-on bonus based on eligibility and experience.

Typical duties include preparing the suite, maintaining aseptic technique, handling medications and specimens, and ensuring patient safety through positioning and surgical pausing. Certification within 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred 1-3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.
• Education/certification: Accredited Surgical Technologist program completion and nationally recognized certification (CST, TS-C) within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies.
• Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions.
• Follows policy for medication and specimen handling.
• Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site.
• Understands, anticipates and adapts to surgeon preference and patient care variables, and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument count.
• Cares for and utilizes resources to promote cost effective and efficient environment for patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for Allegheny Health Network in a full-time position. The role focuses on assisting in the operating room before, during, and after surgery, with opportunities for a sign-on bonus based on eligibility and experience.

Typical duties include preparing the suite, maintaining aseptic technique, handling medications and specimens, and ensuring patient safety through positioning and surgical pausing. Certification within 6 months is required.