Surgical Technologist - Rotating Shift - Operating Room

Live Well Homecare; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgical teams across age groups, ensuring patient safety and procedural efficiency in a clinical setting.

You will participate in aseptic techniques, case preparation, equipment setup, specimen handling, and assist with patient admission/discharge while rotating shifts and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Current CST certification or eligibility under state law.
• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical procedures, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assists in treatment coordination, patient care, and equipment setup.
• Practices aseptic techniques, participates in surgical protocols, and verifies surgical site and supplies.
• Handles specimen identification, wound assessment, and sterile dressing application.
• Maintains universal precautions, manages emergency procedures, and participates in patient admission/discharge.
• Performs billing, participates in on-call rotations, and acts as a preceptor for students.
• Ensures medication labeling, quality control, and performs additional duties like specimen collection and patient transport.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Aseptic techniques

Education

CST certification

Graduate of Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary

Supports surgical teams by assisting during procedures across all age groups, ensuring patient safety and procedural efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in treatment coordination, patient care, and equipment setup.
• Practices aseptic techniques, participates in surgical protocols, and verifies surgical site and supplies.
• Handles specimen identification, wound assessment, and sterile dressing application.
• Maintains universal precautions, manages emergency procedures, and participates in patient admission/discharge.
• Performs billing, participates in on-call rotations, and acts as a preceptor for students.
• Ensures medication labeling, quality control, and performs additional duties like specimen collection and patient transport.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) or eligible under state law.
• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical procedures, and safety protocols.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and attention to detail.

Work Environment & Additional Details

Position involves clinical environment work, with rotating shifts, on-call duties, and holiday rotations. Full-time role with benefits, emphasizing collaboration and continuous learning. Adheres to all policies, standards, and quality control measures.