Surgical Technologist II - Operating Room

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Evening shift differential

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a Surgical Technologist II for the Operating Room to assist the surgeon and the team during procedures. This role supports patient care in a fast-paced environment and requires adherence to sterile technique and strong teamwork.

The position offers an evening shift (11:00a–11:00p) with a $2.00/hour shift differential and a $7,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program and NBSTSA certification (or eligible).
• Two years of experience in Surgical Technology preferred or required.
• Eligible for certification within six months of graduation if new graduate.

Responsibilities

• Support the surgeon and surgical team during operative procedures.
• Serve as a clinical resource to the team in the operating room.
• Assist with instrument handling, patient positioning, and maintaining sterile technique.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited surgical technologist program & NBSTSA certification

Job description

Surgical Technologist II - Operating Room

**$7,500 Sign-On Bonus - eligible to those that qualify**

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:0.90
Shift:Evening
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour Hours:11:00a-11:00p evening shift

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to support the surgeon and members of the surgical team during the operative procedure and serves as a clinical resource.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

Our progressive and innovative surgical team fosters an environment that is challenging, dynamic and state-of-the-art. Our operating room suites consist of 34 operating rooms and four procedure rooms. You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of cases. The operating room completes over 20,000 procedures annually. Because we are part of an academic medical center, as well as a Level I Trauma Center, you'll be exposed to a wide variety of patients and experiences. Some of the OR services we provide on a daily basis include general, vascular, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, orthopaedic, ENT, transplantation, gynecology, urology, plastic and reconstructive, and pediatric surgery.

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 (accredited through the NBSTSA); new graduates of an accredited surgical tech program MUST 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.
• Two (2) years of experience in Surgical Technology required.

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 Wellwith Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balancedwith Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Securedwith Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewardedwith Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supportedby the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, 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 Employerand 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.