Surgical Services Support Technician

Surgical Services Support Technician

UPMC Somerset is seeking a dedicated Surgical Services Support Technician to join our Operating Room team. This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting surgical services and ensuring smooth case flow throughout the department. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Clinician.
2. Assist with patient positioning and transport within the OR suite.
3. Open supplies and equipment to help establish a sterile field.
4. Clean and maintain specialty equipment (e.g., lasers, video towers, microscopes).
5. Help nurses with instrument tray setup and coordination with SPD for tray integrity.
6. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment in the OR and surrounding areas.
7. Transport specimens to the lab and communicate effectively with anesthesia and OR staff.
8. Perform safety checks, change bed linens, empty hampers, and return equipment.
9. Remain accessible in operating rooms and assist with patient movement.
10. Adhere to all hospital policies, safety protocols, and confidentiality standards.
11. Seek feedback and take initiative to improve skills and performance.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of experience, preferably within a customer service or healthcare role.
• OR Enrollment in any healthcare training program that requires clinical rotations with at least 1 clinical rotation completed.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran