What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist position at UPMC?
UPMC Somerset is seeking full-time Surgical Technologists to support our Operating Room and GI departments!
The Surgical Technologist performs a variety of tasks in an operating room that assist the surgical team. They 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, they may be responsible for special trays, graft materials, and record patient data.
This role will work variable rotating 10-hour shifts in addition to a rotating on-call schedule!
This position is also eligible for a generous Sign-On Bonus of up to $25,000 depending on experience and commitment!
- 0-1 years of experience: work commitment to remain at UPMC for 2 years= $10,000 bonus; 3-year commitment = $12,000 bonus
- 1-2 years of experience: work commitment to remain at UPMC for 2 years= $12,000 bonus; 3-year commitment = $17,000 bonus
- 3 years of experience: work commitment to remain at UPMC for 2 years= $15,000 bonus; 3-year commitment = $25,000 bonus
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 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.
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.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000