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Geisinger · 4 weeks ago

Surgical Technologist II

Lewistown, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Geisinger is proud to offer a Surgical Technologist position with a focus on assisting in surgical operations. The role involves preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons and nurses, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols during surgical procedures.

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Responsibilities

Surgical Technologists assist in surgical operations. They are responsible for preparing the operation rooms for surgery; sterilize and supply equipment; prepare patients for surgery, such as washing incision site; they help surgeons and nurses during surgery by passing them instruments and other sterile supplies

Assists in the coordination of care in the operating room

Prepares the operating room supplies and equipment for surgical procedures as indicated per surgeon and preference card

Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument table

Actively participates in surgical Time and Out and Operating Room briefing according to the universal protocol

Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating Registered Nurse and Surgeon before incision of operative procedures

Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments

Verifies count with the circulating nurse at end of procedure

Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure

Follows Universal Protocol standards in the operating room

Identifies and reports any concerns or observations that may impact patient care, to the Registered Nurse circulator

Consistently contributes to the resolution of problems by offering effective options, alternatives and solutions

Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of care

Participates in Joint Commision mandated educational programs

Assures all medications and solutions are labeled, under the Registered Nurses's supervision

Qualification

Surgical Technologist CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationAdvanced Cardiac Life Support CertificationPediatric Advanced Life Support Certification1 year related experienceAseptic techniquesProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)

Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment

Grow your career with up to $5000 in tuition reimbursement per year

Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)

Company paid Life Insurance, Short-term disability, and Long-term disability

Competitive 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one of employment

PTO plan that allows you to earn more time fast

MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn incentives

Family-friendly support to include adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

Shared governance structure that empowers our Surgical Technologists

Professional opportunities for growth and advancement

Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated leaders

Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups

Employee referral incentive program

Company

Geisinger

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Geisinger is a health and wellness organization that offers orthopaedic, weight-management, and heart care services. It is a sub-organization of Risant Health.

Founded in 1915

Danville, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees