Surgical Technologist - Surgical Services Williamsport - Full-Time Days with Rotation

UPMC Susquehanna has an opening for a Full-Time Surgical Technologist!

 This position is a Days with Rotation shift and can be either 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts.

**Graduate Surg Tech applications will be accepted

Candidates with 6 months of experience highly preferred. Graduates may be considered; job title and salary will be based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements.  

This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! 
Whether you’re a recent Graduate Surgical Technologist looking to launch your career, or a seasoned Surg Tech seeking a change, now is your moment to find your place at UPMC!

Sign-On Bonus Details (Full Time or Flex Full Time status)

·       $10,000 0-1 years of experience for a 2-year commitment

·       $12,000 1-2 years of experience for a 2-year commitment

·       $15,000 2 years of experience for a 2-year commitment

·       $12,000 0-1 years of experience for a 3-year commitment

·       $17,000 1-2 years of experience for a 3-year commitment

·       $25,000 2 years of experience for a 3-year commitment

**Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience, and manager discretion at time of offer. **

Purpose:
Perform a variety of tasks in an operating room that assist the surgical team. Arrange sterile setup for surgical procedures; pass instruments, sponge and suture to surgeons and surgical assistants; prepare sterile supplies; assist in cleanup of the operating room; check placement and operation of equipment; and check and restock operating room. During surgical procedures may be responsible for special trays, graft materials, and record patient data.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to surgeon according to established policies and procedures.
• Before an operation, help to prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. Assemble both sterile and non-sterile equipment. Adjust and check equipment to ensure it is working properly.
• During surgery, efficiently pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants. Hold retractors or instruments, cut sutures, sponge or suction the operative site under the supervision of the surgeon and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
• Assist in the preparation, care for, and disposal of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and helps apply dressings.
• Assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.
• After surgery, may help transfer patients to the recovery room. Clean and restock the operating room.
• Prepare patients for surgery by wash, shave, and ensure aseptic incision sites. May transport patients to the operating room, help position them on the operating table, and cover them with sterile surgical drapes.
• Ensure clean, safe environment through continued alertness to safety and explosive hazards and aseptic technique.