Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Full Time (Rotation)

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Surgical Technologists to join their team. This full-time position involves assisting surgeons during a variety of surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a sterile environment. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and development while providing comprehensive benefits from day one. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a commitment to quality care, and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in the surgical field, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting on day one

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional growth opportunities

Community involvement through Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical assistance and patient care is essential.
• Ability to maintain aseptic techniques and assist in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during procedures and coordinate treatments with other disciplines.
• Maintain accurate accounts of surgical supplies and perform quality control.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Patient assistance

Surgical procedures

Emergency procedures

Quality control monitoring

Job description

Assists surgeon with procedures related to the care of patients of all ages during surgical intervention.

• Assists in the coordination of treatments with other disciplines.
• Provides basic patient assistance.
• Connects patients to clinical equipment as needed.
• 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.
• Disposes of linens, needles and sharps in appropriate containers.
• Assesses wounds and applies or changes sterile dressing as instructed by the registered nurse.
• Maintains and documents universal precautions.
• Initiates emergency procedures.
• Participates in the admission and discharge process.
• Performs billing as appropriate for services rendered or equipment used.
• Participates in on-call rotations of operating room.
• Acts as a preceptor for students assigned to the surgical unit.
• Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of care.
• Performs quality control monitoring.
• Performs additional duties including specimen collection, pleure-vac and traction set up, patient transport and post-mortem care.
• Assures all medications and solutions are labeled, under the registered nurse's supervision.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, 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 a health savings account (HSA)
• 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
• Shared governance structure that empowers our Surgical Technologists
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
• Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated leaders
• Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
• Employee referral incentive program

Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Nikki Kaleta, [e-mail]

• Full Time Position, Rotating start times 6:30am - 9am - 10am (12 hour shifts)
• Every other working weekend required (7a - 7:30p and 7p-7:30am)
• Rotation of on call weekdays and weekends
• Rotation of holidays working and on call
• (30 minute response time required for on call shifts)