Surgical Technologist I

Highmark Health • Monroeville, PA

12d

About The Position

Performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. The role supports surgical procedures by preparing the operating suite, applying aseptic practices, assisting with patient preparation and positioning, anticipating surgeon and patient-care needs, and completing required surgical counts. Employees are also responsible for using resources efficiently and complying with applicable ethical, legal, privacy, and information-security requirements.

Requirements

• One-year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For Surgical Technologists hired after December 29, 2020: completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program and nationally recognized certification (CST or TS-C) within six months of hire, or qualifying pre-existing employment as a surgical technologist at this facility before December 29, 2020, or at another facility within the two years before that date. Military programs are accepted.
• American Heart Association CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies.
• Use proper aseptic techniques and standard precautions; follow policy for medication and specimen handling.
• Assist with preparing, positioning, and draping patients, and participate in the surgical pause to confirm the correct patient and surgical site.
• Understand, anticipate, and adapt to surgeon preferences and patient-care variables, and contribute to updating surgeon preference materials.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Care for and use resources to promote a cost-effective and efficient environment for patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Protect covered information, cardholder data, and confidential customer information; comply with HIPAA, company privacy and information-security policies, the Code of Business Conduct, applicable laws and regulations, and company training requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed