Job Description
Join Pittsburgh's Top Healthcare Team Immediately! We're urgently seeking skilled Surgical Technicians to join our prestigious surgical department at Pittsburgh Medical Alliance. As a vital member of our perioperative team, you'll ensure seamless surgical procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in one of America's leading healthcare markets.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and arranging sterile instruments
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining sterile fields
- Count and document surgical supplies pre- and post-procedure
- Prepare patients for surgery including positioning and draping
- Operate sterilization equipment and maintain inventory of surgical supplies
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and infection control protocols
- Collaborate with surgical teams to optimize procedural efficiency
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 2 years of recent surgical tech experience in acute care setting
- Proficiency in sterile processing and sterilization techniques
- Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and equipment maintenance
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in high-pressure environments
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Pennsylvania state license (if applicable)