Weekend Surgical Technologist, Expert

UPMC Passavant is hiring a Full Time Weekend Surg Tech to support our OR.

Weekend positions enjoy full time benefits while working 24 hours/week and an additional 20% on top of their base pay!!

Shifts: Every Saturday and Sunday 7a-7:30p

Join a high-performing surgical team and play a key role in some of the most complex procedures performed at UPMC Passavant.

Why UPMC Passavant?

• Work alongside nationally recognized surgical teams.
• Support advanced and highly specialized procedures.
• Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and professional growth.
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation, safety, and exceptional patient care.

As a Lead Surgical Technologist, you will support surgeons and the perioperative team by ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of surgical care. This role serves as a clinical resource and mentor while maintaining expertise across multiple surgical specialties.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and maintain sterile fields, instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and provide expert intraoperative support.
• Assist with complex procedures in at least three surgical specialties.
• Coordinate instrumentation, equipment, and specialty supplies.
• Serve as a lead resource for Surgical Technologists and perioperative staff.
• Precept and mentor new employees and students.
• Monitor inventory, support equipment maintenance, and assist with specialty service operations.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to promote exceptional patient outcomes.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program (or military equivalent).
• Minimum 4 years of current Operating Room experience.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in at least three surgical specialties.
• 24/7 specialty accountability in one or more of the following:
• Cardiac Surgery (including Heart Transplant)
• Neurosurgery
• Thoracic/Lung Transplant
• Liver or Kidney Transplant
• Trauma Surgery
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Certifications & Clearances

• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or TSC (Tech in Surgery-Certified) required.
• BLS or CPR certification required within 30 days of hire.

Required Pennsylvania clearances:

• Act 31
• Act 33
• Act 34
• Act 73 FBI Clearance
• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.