Senior Surgical Technician

2 weeks ago


Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time

Senior Surgical Technician at UPMC

As a Senior Surgical Technician at UPMC, you will collaborate closely with medical professionals to ensure the effective and safe execution of surgical interventions, both invasive and non-invasive. Your responsibilities will include managing instruments, equipment, and supplies to ensure their proper utilization and availability for optimal patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Educate new staff and students on theoretical concepts and critical skills.
  • Support surgeons during operations by proficiently passing instruments and sterile supplies, holding retractors or instruments, and maintaining the operative site.
  • Oversee repairs, maintenance, and procurement of supplies, equipment, lasers, and instrumentation within the specialty service.
  • Prepare the surgical suite prior to procedures, arrange instruments, sterile drapes, and solutions, and verify equipment functionality.
  • Exhibit problem-solving skills related to patient and technical challenges to enhance Operating Room efficiency.
  • Supervise surgical technicians, address daily operational issues, and mentor new team members.
  • Ready patients for surgery, assist in their positioning, and support the surgical team.
  • Uphold aseptic conditions in the Operating Room, assist with specimen management, and apply dressings.
  • Collaborate effectively with surgeons and other departments, identify opportunities for process improvements, and contribute to cost containment initiatives.
  • Ensure adherence to safe medication handling protocols and maintain a hygienic environment in the operating room.
  • Act as a resource for staff, provide mentorship to students and new employees, and assist nursing leadership.
  • Minimum qualifications include completion of an accredited surgical technician program and a minimum of 3 years of experience in the Operating Room.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • CPR certification based on AHA standards.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TSC).
  • Compliance with Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting, Act 33, Act 34, and Act 73 FBI Clearance.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran



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