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Surgical Technologist
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A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$50,948 / year median in Pennsylvania
+11% projected growth
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Surgical Technologist
- Operating Room
- York Hospital
- Full-Time
- Day York, PA Posted 140 days ago
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36 Hours/Weekly 5 (8) hour days on orientation, schedule after orientation determined per department need. Rotating holidays, weekends and call required. General Summary Provides entry level technical services and assistance in the operating room in accordance with established procedures, protocols and regulations. Prepares operating rooms for surgery using appropriate techniques.Essential Functions:
Prepares the operating room for cases by setting up table, instruments and supplies according to type of case. Prepares rooms between procedures and after terminal cleaning. Monitors and restocks supplies. Drapes patients for surgical procedures. Assists the surgical team during operative procedures. Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, sutures and sponges. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Assists surgeons during operations by retracting tissues under direction. Identifies and cares for specimens.IF ASSIGNED TO GETTYSBURG HOSPITAL OR WELLSPAN SURGICAL CENTER
May be required to rotate work between the hospital and an ambulatory setting Must meet Central Service Technician and Surgical Technologist Regulation Act qualifications as outlined under "Courses and Training."Common Expectations:
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s). Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required. Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.Qualifications Minimum Education:
Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training Required Work Experience:
Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required 1 year Relevant experience.Preferred Licenses:
Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire Required or Tech in Surgery•Certified Upon Hire Required or Licensed Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required or Licensed Practical Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required Courses and Training:
In reference to the Surgical TechnologistACT 2020.
Surgical Technologists can continue practicing as surgical technologists without meeting the new education and licensure requirements if they meet the following:- Employed to practice surgical technology by the health care facility on or before December 28, 2020 or
- Employed to practice surgical technology as the individual's primary function in another health care facility at any time during the two years immediately preceding December 28, 2020.
- Expected to complete 6 months of clinical training as part of the on-boarding process in Periop 101.
Required Benefits Offered:
Comprehensive health benefits Retirement savings plan Paid time off (PTO) Education assistance Financial education and support, including DailyPay Expanded Paid Parental Leave For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/) WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest. WellSpan York Hospital Built on a solid 140-year legacy of providing high-quality, high-volume, community-based care, WellSpan York Hospital, the largest of WellSpan's eight hospitals, is a 596-bed acute care community teaching hospital that employs nearly 5,000 people, making WellSpan the largest employer in York County. Driven by a mission to provide exceptional care to all, WellSpan York Hospital serves a diverse population of more than 520,000 residents from the greater York County area. WellSpan York Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23. The hospital offers services and programs that feature highly skilled clinical staff, life-saving technology and state-of-the-art facilities to address some of the most complex medical, surgical and behavioral health conditions. WellSpan York Hospital's Regional Resource/Level 1 Trauma Center has been accredited by the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation and is the only accredited trauma center in York, Adams and Franklin counties. It is a nationally recognized teaching hospital with nine residency programs, six allied health schools and other training programs. More than 700 physicians and other professionals are members of WellSpan York Hospital's medical and dental staff. WellSpan York Hospital in embarking on a significant five-year project. The centerpiece will be a new, eight-story surgical and critical care tower, which will dramatically expand the hospital's intensive care unit as well as develop new state of-the-art surgical suites, making it one of the top 10 largest hospitals in Pennsylvania with approximately 600 beds. Quality of Life Founded in 1741, the city of York is considered by many as the first capital of the United States. The Articles of Confederation were signed by the Second Continental Congress here in 1777. Its beautifully restored historic district is an architectural treasure. While York retains its farming and manufacturing heritage, at its heart York is a thriving cultural community that has attracted creative talent and innovative entrepreneurial investors from across the nation. Life in York County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, semi-professional baseball team, fine dining and more- within an easy drive of major East Coast cities.