Surgical Technologist

1 week ago

Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time
Job Description

Join Our Team at UPMC Mercy


Are you a Surgical Technologist looking for a rewarding career opportunity? UPMC Mercy is hiring full-time Surgical Technologists to join our General Operating Room team We welcome new graduates from accredited surgical technology programs to apply.


Why Choose UPMC Mercy?



  • Sign-On Bonuses: We are offering sign-on bonuses up to $25,000, depending on your years of Surgical Technology experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity

  • Career Growth: Your title and pay rate will be determined based on your experience and education, with clear pathways for advancement through our career ladder.

  • Supportive Environment: Join a team that values your skills and dedication, providing a collaborative and supportive work environment.

What We Offer:



  • Comprehensive Training: Whether you’re a new grad or an experienced professional, we provide the necessary training to excel in your role.
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in a modern, well-equipped operating room with the latest technology.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a work schedule that fits your lifestyle and needs.

Ready to Make a Difference?


Apply today to join UPMC Mercy and take the next step in your career as a Surgical Technologist. We look forward to welcoming you to our team



Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to surgeon according to established policies and procedures.
  • Before an operation, help to prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. Assemble both sterile and non-sterile equipment. Adjust and check equipment to ensure it is working properly.
  • During surgery, efficiently pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants. Hold retractors or instruments, cut sutures, sponge or suction the operative site under the supervision of the surgeon and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
  • Assist in the preparation, care for, and disposal of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and helps apply dressings.
  • Assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.
  • After surgery, may help transfer patients to the recovery room. Clean and restock the operating room.
  • Prepare patients for surgery by wash, shave, and ensure aseptic incision sites. May transport patients to the operating room, help position them on the operating table and cover them with sterile surgical drapes.
  • Ensure clean, safe environment through continued alertness to safety and explosive hazards and aseptic technique.

Continuing education requirements:



  • Compliance with continuing education requirements specified by the credentialing organization for certification.  For individuals, not certified - must complete 30 hours of continuing ed every two years.

Specialty experience:  

  • Surgical specialties include but are not limited to general, orthopedic, vascular, plastic and reconstructive, obstetrics and gynecology, thoracic, ophthalmic, neurosurgery, organ procurement, and endoscopic surgical settings. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
  • Completion of a formal surgical technician program offered by a community or junior college, vocational school, university, hospital or the military.
  • 0-2 years’ experience for Surgical Technologist

    • No experience necessary Recent grads are welcomed to apply


  • Additional experience may qualify for Intermediate and Senior level titles.

Certification Details - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Technologist Surgery Certified (TSC):  Note: Staff employed to practice surgical technology by the health care facility on or before the effective date of the law (12/28/2020) or who were employed as a surg tech at another health care facility two years before effective date of the law are grandfathered and therefore not required to have certification. New graduates of a program sponsored by nationally recognized institutional or programmatic accreditation can work for six months prior to certification but must be certified within six months of program completion. Exception:  A health care facility may employ individuals who do not meet the certification requirements if after a diligent and thorough effort has been made, they are unable to employ a sufficient number of qualified surg techs who meet the requirements (i.e. certification) and a written record of efforts is made and retained at the health care facility.  (1. Recruitment efforts are documented and can be supplied for this record.  2. The supply of certified or eligible to be certified surg techs does not meet the needs of the organization.)
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

  • Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal
  • Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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