Surgical Technologist II

Geisinger; Burnham (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support operative care in a clinical setting. The role includes preparing rooms, sterilizing equipment, and assisting surgeons and nurses during procedures to ensure patient safety and efficiency. Eligible candidates may receive a $7,500 hiring incentive and shift differentials for certain hours.

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program is required. The position features full-time hours with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Assists in surgical operations.
• Prepares operating rooms and sterilizes supplies.
• Coordinates care in the operating room.
• Works under RN and surgeon supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room for surgeries and sterilize equipment.
• Assist surgeons and nurses by passing instruments and supplies.
• Maintain accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Verify patient and site before incision.
• Follow universal protocols and safety procedures during procedures.
• Assist with specimen handling and labeling.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Sterile technique

Patient prep

Team coordination

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger is proud to offer a Surgical Technologist a $7,500 hiring incentive for eligible candidates, competitive pay rates, up to $5/hr shift differential for evening, night and weekend shifts and up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse!

Job Duties

• Surgical Technologists assist in surgical operations.
• They are responsible for preparing the operation rooms for surgery; sterilize and supply equipment; prepare patients for surgery, such as washing incision site; they help surgeons and nurses during surgery by passing them instruments and other sterile supplies.
• Assists in the coordination of care in the operating room.
• Prepares the operating room supplies and equipment for surgical procedures as indicated per surgeon and preference card.
• Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument table.
• Actively participates in surgical Time and Out and Operating Room briefing according to the universal protocol.
• Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating Registered Nurse and Surgeon before incision of operative procedures.
• Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments.
• Verifies count with the circulating nurse at end of procedure.
• Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure.
• Follows Universal Protocol standards in the operating room.
• Identifies and reports any concerns or observations that may impact patient care, to the Registered Nurse circulator.
• Consistently contributes to the resolution of problems by offering effective options, alternatives and solutions.
• Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of care.
• Participates in Joint Commission mandated educational programs.
• Assures all medications and solutions are labeled, under the Registered Nurses's supervision.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and 60;a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)

About Geisinger

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.