Surgical Technologist II - Advanced OR Support

highmarkhealth; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support operating room activities in a fast-paced setting in Erie, PA. The role focuses on assisting with sterile setup, patient positioning, and instrument handling to ensure safe, efficient surgical care.

Requirements include a Surgical Technology certificate and CPR within 60 days of hire; preferred candidates have 1–3 years of operative tech experience. Compliance and privacy requirements are emphasized throughout the hiring process.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with instruments and supplies.
• Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and follows standard precautions.
• Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to ensure correct patient and site.
• Understands and adapts to surgeon preferences and patient care variables; updates surgeon preference materials.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Cares for and utilizes resources to promote cost-effective and efficient patient care environment.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Patient positioning

Intraoperative assistance

Education

Surgical Technology certificate

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support operating room activities in a fast-paced setting in Erie, PA. The role focuses on assisting with sterile setup, patient positioning, and instrument handling to ensure safe, efficient surgical care.

Requirements include a Surgical Technology certificate and CPR within 60 days of hire; preferred candidates have 1–3 years of operative tech experience. Compliance and privacy requirements are emphasized throughout the hiring process.