Role Overview: A Surgical Technologist assists surgeons during procedures, ensuring patient care and safety. Responsibilities include preparing operating rooms, practicing aseptic techniques, connecting patients to equipment, and assisting with specimen handling. They coordinate treatments, anticipate surgeon needs, and maintain accurate inventory and documentation. The role involves patient assistance, wound assessment, dressing changes, and room cleanup, supporting intra-operative activities and training new staff.
Qualifications & Skills: Active Surgical Technologist Certification or eligibility under Act 80 guidelines; prior experience preferred. Must adhere to aseptic techniques, detail-oriented, organized, and able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Key Duties:
- Assist during surgical procedures across all age groups.
- Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Ensure correct surgical site identification and specimen handling.
- Support intra-operative needs and maintain sterile environment.
- Document patient information and monitor inventory.
- Help train new personnel and assist in room cleanup and organization.
- Report patient reactions and procedural outcomes to the team.
Work Environment & Benefits: Primarily in a clinical setting, with comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services. Emphasizes a culture of kindness, excellence, safety, learning, and innovation.