OR Surgical Technologist
State College, PA
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Operating Room Surgical Technologist

Location: State College, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)
Shift: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday (06:30–15:00 and/or 09:00–17:30)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Call: Call opportunity available but not required

Job Summary

• Assist in the delivery of patient care in the Operating Room under supervision of the Nursing Supervisor and circulating nurse.
• Function as a scrub or assist during surgical procedures following AORN Standards of Practice, Principles of Asepsis, and OR policies.
• Support surgeons by anticipating needs to minimize patient exposure to surgical and anesthetic stress.
• Maintain sterile fields, perform gowning, gloving, surgical scrubbing, and assist with skin preparation and draping.
• Handle surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies, including cleaning, sterilizing, and maintenance.
• Participate in sharps, sponge, and instrument counts.
• Respond calmly and efficiently to emergency situations following established procedures.
• Adhere to infection control, safety policies, and standard precautions.
• Assist anesthesia personnel as needed.
• Maintain clinical competency and expand knowledge of surgical procedures.
• Provide patient-centered care respecting privacy, dignity, and diversity.
• Promote teamwork, responsibility, and ethical behavior within the healthcare team.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or successful completion of an appropriate surgical technology training program in the United States Army, Navy, or Air Force.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of surgical equipment, supplies, and their specific uses.
• Dexterity and strength to handle surgical instruments and assist with patient positioning.
• Ability to maintain aseptic technique and sterile environment.
• Effective communication and professional attitude with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to work well under physical or emotional stress.
• Organizational skills to efficiently set up sterile fields and update surgeon preference lists.
• Ability to safely operate sterilizing equipment and document processes accurately.

Additional Information

• Contract length interpreted as 13 weeks.
• No prior travel experience required.