Surgical Technologist I I Saint Vincent Hospital

Highmark Health•Erie, PA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This position offers a sign-on bonus for eligible new hires! This job performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions.

Requirements

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.
Accredited Surgical Technologist program completion and nationally recognized certification (CST, TS-C) within 6 months of hire. Military programs accepted.
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.
This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
Employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.
Employees must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures.
Employees must comply with all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
It is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct.
Adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 1-3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies.
Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions.
Follows policy for medication and specimen handling.
Assists with preparing, positioning and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site.
Understands, anticipates and adapts to surgeon preference and patient care variables, and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials.
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument count.
Cares for and utilizes resources to promote cost effective and efficient environment for patients.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.