UPMC Jameson is currently hiring a Weekend Full Time Surgical Technologist to support the Operating Room! The person chosen for this role will work Saturday and Sunday 6:30Am to 7:00PM as well as take call Saturday and Sunday 7:00PM to 6:30AM. This position will rotate between UPMC Jameson and UPMC Horizon Shenango Valley. 

Candidates with a minimum of 6 months of surgical technologist experience are encouraged to apply!

We are currently offering NEW STARTING RATES AND SIGN-ON BONUSES for all full-time and part-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!

0-1 years of experience:

2-year commitment: $10,000
3-year commitment: $12,000

1-2 years of experience:

2-year commitment: $12,000
3-year commitment: $17,000

2+ years of experience:

2-year commitment: $15,000
3-year commitment: $25,000

Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience and manager discretion at time of offer.

Purpose:
Perform a variety of tasks in an operating room that assist the surgical team. Arrange sterile setup for surgical procedures; pass instruments, sponge and suture to surgeons and surgical assistants; prepare sterile supplies; assist in cleanup of the operating room; check placement and operation of equipment; and check and restock operating room. During surgical procedures may be responsible for special trays, graft materials, and record patient data.

Responsibilities:

Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to surgeon according to established policies and procedures. Before an operation, help to prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. Assemble both sterile and non-sterile equipment. Adjust and check equipment to ensure it is working properly. During surgery, efficiently pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants. Hold retractors or instruments, cut sutures, sponge or suction the operative site under the supervision of the surgeon and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments. Assist in the preparation, care for, and disposal of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and helps apply dressings. Assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves. After surgery, may help transfer patients to the recovery room. Clean and restock the operating room. Prepare patients for surgery by wash, shave, and ensure aseptic incision sites. May transport patients to the operating room, help position them on the operating table and cover them with sterile surgical drapes. Ensure clean, safe environment through continued alertness to safety and explosive hazards and aseptic technique.