Certified Surgical Tech Short Stay Surgery Per Diem Days
UHS
Summary
The Operating Room Scrub Technician supports safe, efficient surgical care by preparing the sterile field, anticipating surgical team needs, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring proper handling of instruments, supplies, and specimens. Scrub Tech functions as a critical member of the perioperative team and contributes to patient safety, infection prevention, and workflow efficiency in the acute care setting.
Job description
Role and Responsibilities
The Operating Room Scrub Technician supports safe, efficient surgical care by preparing the sterile field, anticipating surgical team needs, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring proper handling of instruments, supplies, and specimens. Scrub Tech functions as a critical member of the perioperative team and contributes to patient safety, infection prevention, and workflow efficiency in the acute care setting.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program.
- Acute care OR experience one to three years required.
- Multi-service line experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and sterile field management.
- Understanding of surgical instrumentation and procedural flow.
- Ability to anticipate procedural needs.
- Strong attention to detail and safety.
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Manual dexterity and physical stamina for prolonged standing and lifting.
- Flexibility to work variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and call.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – NBSTSA.
- BLS required.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program
- Acute care OR experience one to three years required
- Multi-service line experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and sterile field management
- Understanding of surgical instrumentation and procedural flow
- Ability to anticipate procedural needs
- Strong attention to detail and safety
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Manual dexterity and physical stamina for prolonged standing and lifting
- Flexibility to work variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and call
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – NBSTSA
- BLS required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Paid Time Off
- Career Development
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.