Ambulatory Surgical Technologist (12 Hour Days)

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ambulatory Surgical Technologist assists surgeons with procedures involving patients of all ages during surgical intervention. The role supports coordination of treatment with other disciplines, provides basic patient assistance, connects patients to clinical equipment as needed, and performs operating-room preparation and cleanup. The position is full-time, with 12-hour day shifts Monday through Friday, for 36 scheduled hours per week. It is based at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre and is a union position. A $7,500 signing bonus may be available to eligible hires.

Requirements

Surgical Technologist Certification is required.
Graduate from a specialty training program.
At least 1 year of related work experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgeon with procedures related to the care of patients of all ages during surgical intervention.
Assist in coordinating treatments with other disciplines.
Provide basic patient assistance and connect patients to clinical equipment as needed.
Use aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery, including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping, and setting up the instrument table.
Participate actively in the surgical timeout.
Identify the correct surgical site with the circulating Registered Nurse and surgeon.
Maintain an accurate account of supplies, including sponges, needles, and instruments, according to policy.
Prepare, identify, and verify specimens obtained during procedures.
Prepare the room in a timely manner with anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each procedure.
Dispose of linens, needles, and sharps in appropriate containers.
Assess wounds and apply or change sterile dressings as instructed by the Registered Nurse and surgeon.
Anticipate the surgeon’s needs during the intra-operative phase.
Clean and prepare the room between procedures and organize end-of-case cleanup.
Report reactions, procedure results, and observed changes in a patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse.
Document pertinent medical information and initiate emergency procedures when indicated.
Restock operating rooms, monitor inventory, and pull case supplies for the following day.
Assist in training new personnel in the primary area of responsibility.
Satisfy job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with an employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with an automatic Geisinger contribution.
Paid time off plan with rapid accrual.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
Parental leave pay and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program with childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; free legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
$7,500 signing bonus, if eligible.