Surgical Technologist I

Geisinger•Lewistown, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is proud to offer a Surgical Technologist a $7,500 hiring incentive for eligible candidates, competitive pay rates, up to $5/hr shift differential for evening, night and weekend shifts and up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse! This role is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Requirements

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body
Clinical Policies And Standards
Communication
Preceptor Skills
Teamwork

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Assists in surgical operations.
Responsible for preparing the operating rooms for surgery; sterilize and supply equipment; prepare patients for surgery, such as washing incision site; help surgeons and nurses during surgery by passing them instruments and other sterile supplies.
Assists in the coordination of care in the operating room.
Prepares the operating room supplies and equipment for surgical procedures as indicated per surgeon and preference card.
Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument table.
Actively participates in surgical Time and Out and OR Briefing according to the universal protocol.
Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating RN and Surgeon before incision of operative procedures.
Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments.
Verifies count with the circulating nurse at end of procedure.
Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure.
Follows Universal Protocol standards in the OR.
Identifies and reports any concerns or observations that may impact patient care, to the RN circulator.
Consistently contributes to the resolution of problems by offering effective options, alternatives and solutions.
Participates in on-call rotations of OR.
Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of care.
Participates in JCAHO mandated educational programs.
Assures all medications and solutions are labeled, under the RN's supervision.

Benefits

Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
Atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.