Surgical Technologist I​/SEIU - Q Allegheny Valley Hospital

Surgical Technologist I / SEIU - Q I Allegheny Valley Hospital

Join to apply for the Surgical Technologist I / SEIU - Q I Allegheny Valley Hospital role at Allegheny Health Network.

This part‑time position offers a sign‑on bonus based on your eligibility and experience.

0–1 Years Of

Experience:

2‑year commitment $5,000; 3‑year commitment $6,000.

1–2 Years Of

Experience:

2‑year commitment $5,000; 3‑year commitment $8,500.

2+ Years Of

Experience:

2‑year commitment $7,500; 3‑year commitment $12,500.

Performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions.

• Assists in setting up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies (20%).
• Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication and specimen handling (20%).
• Assists with preparing, positioning, and draping patients and participates in the surgical pause to assure correct patient and surgical site (20%).
• Understands, anticipates, and adapts to surgeon preference and patient care variables, and contributes to updating surgeon preference materials (20%).
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument count (10%).
• Cares for and utilizes resources to promote a cost‑effective and efficient environment for patients (10%).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• One year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For Surgical Technologists hired after 12/29/2020: either (a) education and certification from an accredited program and nationally recognized certification (CST, TS‑C) within 6 months of hire; or (b) pre‑existing employment as a surgical technologist at this facility before 12/29/2020, or at another facility within the two years prior to 12/29/2020.
• CPR – American Heart Association.

• 1–3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with HIPAA, the company’s Code of Business Conduct, applicable federal and state laws, and all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

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Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Part‑time. Job function:
Health Care Provider. Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care.