Lehigh Valley Health Network·Allentown, Pennsylvania
The role involves managing instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures while performing tasks such as suturing and suctioning. Additionally, the technician monitors patients during surgery and prepares them for transport.
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Summary Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure and performs sponging, suturing, suctioning, holding retractors, and homeostasis. Monitors the patient and equipment during surgery and prepares patients for transport to and from surgery.
Job Duties
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon during routine and complex assignments in the scrub role.
Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
Intervenes to correct, minimize, or prevent actual or potential risks, based upon observation of physiological and/or behavioral data.
Solves problems, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in care and handling of equipment.
Serves as the preceptor for new employees, transfers, and/or affiliating students.
Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
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Work Schedule: Variable shifts and hours
Candidates must have a technical school diploma in a surgical technician program and 4 years of operating room experience. Required certifications include BLS, CST, and CFA from the NBSTSA.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, Certified First Assist surgical technician roles are typically tied to hospitals and surgical centers that need experienced operating room support. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a technical school diploma, four years of OR experience, and current BLS, CST, and CFA credentials from the NBSTSA. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certifications and OR experience match the posting before applying.