Surgical Technologist

Operating Room Surgical Technician

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.

Orientation is Monday through Friday 0700-1530 for approximately 6 weeks. Candidate will have the option of working 5-8hr shifts (0700-1530), 4-10hr shifts (0700-1730) or 3-12hr shifts (0700-1930). One general call and one back up call weekly call shift every 6 days and then one general call and one back up call weekend every 6th weekend (rotating bases).

Eligible candidates will be offered a sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 based on their years of experience!

**Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job titles based on their experience and education** 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.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

Certification Details - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Technologist Surgery Certified (TSC) within 6 months of program completion: Exception: A health care facility may employ individuals who do not meet the certification requirements if after a diligent and thorough effort has been made they are unable to employ a sufficient number of qualified surg techs who meet the requirements (i.e. certification) and a written record of efforts is made and retained at the health care facility. (1. Recruitment efforts are documented and can be supplied for this record. 2. The supply of certified or eligible to be certified surg techs does not meet the needs of the organization).

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) OR Tech in Surgery-Certified (TSC)

Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran