Surgical Technician at Spring View Hospital in Roaring Spring, PA

Surgical Technician

Location: Roaring Spring, PA, United States

Surgical Technician – Operating Room (OR)

Location: Conemaugh Nason Medical Center
Department: Surgery / Operating Room
Reports To: Director of Surgery / Operating Room

Your Experience Matters

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.

As a Surgical Technician joining our team, you will play an essential role in supporting safe, efficient surgical procedures and providing high-quality patient care.

How You'll Contribute

A Surgical Technician who excels in this role:

• Assists the surgical team in preparing for and performing surgical procedures safely and efficiently.
• Prepares operating rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Maintains a sterile environment and follows established infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Anticipates the needs of surgeons and other members of the surgical team during procedures.
• Assists with patient positioning and preparation as appropriate.
• Handles surgical instruments and supplies according to established procedures.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes.
• Follows hospital policies regarding patient safety, confidentiality, and infection control.

What We're Looking For

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of six months of prior experience in another healthcare facility required.

Licensure/Certifications:

• No specific license or certification required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification preferred.

Additional Position Information

Patient Populations Served:
Neonates, infants, children, adolescents, young adults, middle-aged adults, and older adults.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Ability to assist with lifting, moving, and positioning patients.
• Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Ability to perform duties in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Occupational Exposure:
This position involves potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, biological and chemical hazards, hazardous medications, and latex.

Patient Confidentiality:
Access to protected health information may include demographic, clinical, insurance, financial, and complete medical records as necessary to perform assigned duties.

Why Join Conemaugh Nason Medical Center?

At Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated surgical team committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and quality patient care. Your skills and contributions will help make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.