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Lead Surgical Technologist Opportunity at UPMC Hamot

UPMC Hamot, a Magnet designated facility in Erie, PA, is seeking a skilled Lead Surgical Technologist to join our esteemed Operating Room team. As a key member of our surgical team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective execution of complex surgeries across multiple specialties.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate day-to-day supervision of surgical technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure seamless OR operations.
  • Teach and mentor new employees and students, sharing your expertise to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  • Collaborate with the Nurse Specialist to oversee the use of supplies and equipment, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
  • Ensure accurate labeling and handling of medications, adhering to established policies.
  • May schedule procedures under the case scheduling process, utilizing your expertise to optimize OR efficiency.
  • Demonstrate initiative in resolving patient and technical issues, driving continuous improvement in OR operations.
  • Liaise with Sterile Processing to modify and revise surgeons' preference cards as needed.
  • Present in-service training annually, sharing your knowledge with colleagues to enhance their skills and expertise.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment, adhering to aseptic technique and safety protocols.
  • Serve as a resource to other staff members, precepting students and new employees to ensure a smooth transition.
  • During surgery, pass instruments, hold retractors, cut sutures, sponge or suction the site, and assist in counting sponges, needles, and instruments.
  • After surgery, assist in transferring patients to the recovery room and clean/restock the operating room.
  • Prepare patients for surgery, including washing, shaving, and ensuring aseptic incision sites; may also transport patients and position them on the operating table.
  • Support cost containment in materials and equipment use, assisting the surgical team with sterile gowns and gloves.
  • Prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens for lab analysis; help apply dressings.
  • Set up the operating room before surgery, including surgical instruments, equipment, sterile drapes, and solutions.
  • Facilitate the education of surgical techs, participating in peer review to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 4 years or more of Operating Room experience required.
  • Completion of a formal surgical technician program offered by a community or junior college, vocational school, university, hospital, or the military.
  • Advanced knowledge of at least 3 surgical specialties.
  • Receive a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on last performance evaluation for internal candidates.
  • Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  • Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) OR Tech in Surgery-Certified (TSC) required.
  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal within 90 days of hire or transfer
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran