The 3-time ANCC Magnet designated UPMC St. Margaret is looking to hire a Full-Time Surgical Technologist to support our Operating Room.  We are offering Sign-On Bonuses to eligible Surgical Technologist candidates:

Term Amount Requirement 2 Year $10,000  0-1 years of experience 2 Year $12,000  1-2 years of experience 2 Year $15,000  2+ years of experience 3 Year $12,000  0-1 years of experience 3 Year $17,000  1-2 years of experience 3 Year $25,000  2+ years of experience

The title and pay rate of these positions may vary depending on years of relevant experience. Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder based on their individual experience and education.

UPMC St. Margaret’s Operating Room has opportunities available for Full-Time Surgical Technologists in our Weekend Program! Eligible participants must have 6 months of experience and work 48 weekends per a year, 24 hours per a weekend. This position is eligible for full-time benefits and a 20% differential!

Responsibilities:

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. 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. Assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves. 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 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. Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to surgeon according to established policies and procedures. After surgery, may help transfer patients to the recovery room. Clean and restock the operating room. Ensure clean, safe environment through continued alertness to safety and explosive hazards and aseptic technique. Serves as a resource to other staff members; precepts students and new employees. Participates in committees and inter-disciplinary teams. Collaborates with Clinician to disseminate new knowledge.