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Surgical Technologist I I West Penn Hospital

Highmark Health

#HIPAA #CPR #Patient Positioning #CST #Specimen Handling #Aseptic Techniques #Surgical Technologist #Operating Suite #Instrument Count

Quick overview

This role involves performing direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical procedures, including setting up the operating suite with necessary instruments and supplies. Key duties also include utilizing proper aseptic techniques, assisting with patient preparation and draping, and performing accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.

Requirements summary

Candidates need a minimum of a one-year certificate from a college or technical school, or equivalent experience. Surgical Technologists hired after a specific date must complete an accredited program and obtain national certification (CST, TS-C) within six months of hire, along with maintaining current CPR certification.

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Job description

Company: Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus based on your eligibility and experience. 0-1 years of experience: 2-year commitment: $10,000 3-year commitment: $12,000 1-2 years of experience: 2-year commitment: $10,000 3-year commitment: $17,000 2+ years of experience: 2-year commitment: $15,000 3-year commitment: $25,000 GENERAL OVERVIEW: This job performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies. (20%) Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication and specimen handling. (20%) Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site. (20%) Understands, anticipates and adapts to surgeon preference and patient care variables, and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials. (20%) Performs sponge, needle, and instrument count. (10%) Cares for and utilizes resources to promote cost effective and efficient environment for patients. (10%) Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum 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. Surgical Technologist (ST) hired after 12/29/2020 require one of the following: Education and Certification: Accredited Surgical Technologist program completion and nationally recognized certification (CST, TS-C) within 6 months of hire. Military programs accepted. Pre-existing Employment: Employment as a surgical technologist by this facility before 12/29/2020, or at another facility within the two years prior to 12/29/2020. CPR – American Heart Association within 60 days of hire. Preferred 1-3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.

Disclaimer

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
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