Lead Surgical Technologist
Company: UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Erie
Posted on: September 26, 2024
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Job Description:
UPMC Hamot, a Magnet designated facility in Erie, PA, is hiring
a Lead Surgical Technologist to join the Operating Room! -
We have a 17 suite operating room that offers wide variety of
specialties from Robotics, Kidney Transplants, Trauma and almost
everything in between. - We provide high quality care for both our
elective and urgent patients from infant to geriatrics. - You are
provided an opportunity to work with world class surgeons and
anesthesiologists from all over the country. - Join our life saving
team!
Shifts/Hours: Our Surg. Techs work a rotating 10- or 12-hour
schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage.
Please visit the following link to learn more about this role and
careers in Surgical Services: -
We are currently offering SIGN-ON BONUSES for all full-time
Surgical Technologist positions! The amount of the sign-on bonus is
dependent upon your years of Surgical Technology experience. -Don't
miss out - apply today!
2+ years of experience: 2-year commitment $15,000; 3-year
commitment $25,000
Job title and salary will be determined based upon qualifications
and career ladder requirements.
Overview: The Lead Surgical Technologist will facilitate Surgical
Technologist assignments under supervision to ensure safe and
effective procedures. They assist with complex surgeries across
multiple specialties, arrange sterile setups, pass instruments, and
prepare supplies. Additionally, they help clean and restock the
operating room, manage special trays and patient data, and ensure
proper use and availability of equipment and supplies for quality
patient care.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate day-to-day supervision of surgical technicians Serve -as
the lead on shifts to resolve questions or issues.
Teach skills and theoretical principles to new employees and
students.
Assist Nurse Specialist in supervising the use of supplies and
equipment for patient care and safety.
Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to the surgeon per
policies.
May schedule procedures under the case scheduling process.
Demonstrate initiative in solving patient and technical issues to
improve OR operations.
Liaison with Sterile Processing. Modify/revise surgeon's preference
cards as needed.
Present one in-service training annually under the Clinician's
direction.
Ensure a clean and safe environment by maintaining alertness to
safety hazards and aseptic technique. -Have Epro access and order
specialty items.
Serve as a resource to other staff members and precept students and
new employees.
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. Assist 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. Participate in peer
review.
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
If you would like to discuss this opportunity and more with a
Recruiter -for Hamot Nursing and Nursing Support, -you can schedule
an appointment to meet with us during our virtual office hours! -We
are available Mondays and Wednesdays 8AM-10AM, 12PM-2PM, 5PM-7PM.
-We are also available every first Saturday of the month by
request, please email - -to request Saturdays.
-Please click this link to schedule an appointment: -
Keywords: UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Erie , Lead Surgical Technologist, Healthcare , Erie, Pennsylvania
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