Surgical Technician, Certified

Certified Surgical Technician

Schedule: Variedweekends and on call.

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nursing Assistant (NA)joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute

A Surgical Tech who excels in this role will:

• Provides care to all patients from infancy through geriatrics.
• Functions in a 1^st or 2^nd scrub role or as a Circulating Assistant
• Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physicians performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
• Routinely provides on call and weekend coverage to insure timely service to all patients and customers.
• Participates in the development of a care plan for every surgical patient.
• Possesses knowledge and demonstrates the proper use care and handling of all equipment instruments and supplies.
• Participates in surgical time-out and actively supports all patient safety initiatives.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and/or employee information.
• Reviews and revises surgeon preference cards OR policies and procedures and jobdescriptions annually and as needed (with Conemaugh Connect system).
• Participates in teaching students orientation of new personnel and providing continuing education for OR staff.
• Attends participates and completes all required meetings in-services and educational programs annually.
• Participates in committees and special assignments when needed.
• Supports hospital and Operating Room strategic plan each fiscal year.
• Supports and follows AORN/AAMI Standards and Recommended Practices.
• Commits to service excellence. Continually strives toward achievement of the CARING values and creating the Ideal Patient Experience.
• Assists with inventory reduction & maintenance.
• MaintainsNational Certification and proof of 30 hrs. of relevant continuing education every 2 years OR if Certification is with NCCT; annual recertification.
• Maintains CPR certification.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What were looking for

• Graduate of a school for surgical technology and maintains ST certification.

• National Certification (NBSTA) OR (NCCT) is required upon date of hire.

• Ability to meet age/developmental-specific needs for every patient.

• Ability to apply critical thinking skills within the peri-operative setting.

• Ability to perform the role of CST in all surgical procedures.

• Demonstrates responsible behavior as a health care professional.

• Employed in a 1^st and 2^nd scrub role on or before 12/29/20 OR employed at another healthcare facility in the 2 years prior to 12/29/20 is preferred.

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 537-bed behavioral health rehabilitation and transitional care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Johnstown community for over 135 years. We are proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.

EEOC Statement

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran