Surgical Technologist – On-Call OR Support Specialist

Allegheny Health Network; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to perform direct and indirect technical tasks in the operating room before, during, and after surgical interventions. This role supports OR specialties, prepares the operating suite, adheres to aseptic techniques, and participates in patient positioning and instrument counts.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of surgical technologist experience and holds a diploma or certificate from an accredited technical school.

Qualifications

• 3 years of surgical technologist experience.
• Diploma or certificate from a college or accredited technical school.

Responsibilities

• This role will support OR specialties and will require to be available for on call coverage.
• 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.

Skills

Surgical technologist experience

Cardiac experience

Education

Diploma or certificate in surgical technology

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to perform direct and indirect technical tasks in the operating room before, during, and after surgical interventions. This role supports OR specialties, prepares the operating suite, adheres to aseptic techniques, and participates in patient positioning and instrument counts.

The ideal candidate has 3 years of surgical technologist experience and holds a diploma or certificate from an accredited technical school.