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Experienced Surgical Technologist

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Variable

PostedDecember 31, 2025

Pay$24.34–$32.13 / hr

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 Experienced Surgical Technologist – Operating Room

 

ST Health St. Margaret, a four-time Magnet-designated hospital committed to Nursing and Patient Excellence, is seeking entry-level Surgical Technologists to join our state-of-the-art Operating Room team. Our OR supports a wide range of specialties, including orthopedic procedures such as total joint replacements, sports medicine, and general surgery featuring advanced technology like DaVinci robotic systems. As part of our highly skilled surgical team, you will play a vital role in ensuring patient safety and surgical excellence.

In this role, you will prepare the operating room by arranging instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies, assist with patient preparation and positioning, and support the surgical team throughout procedures by passing instruments, handling specimens, and maintaining strict aseptic technique. Post-operatively, you will help transfer patients to recovery and ensure the OR is cleaned and restocked. Additional responsibilities include serving as a resource for staff, precepting new employees, and collaborating with clinicians to share best practices.

Sign On Bonus:

This position offers a generous sign on bonus to eligible candidates with at least 2 years of experience!

  • $15,000 with a 2-year commitment to ST Health
  • $25,000 with a 3-year commitment to ST Health

 

On-Call Pay:

  • Scheduled on-call standby rate: $3.40/hour
  • If called in during scheduled on-call hours, you are paid for a minimum of 2 hours, even if the procedure gets canceled! 
  • After 40 hours worked, all additional hours are paid 1.5 times hourly rate. 

Shift Details

  • Orientation: Completed on 8 or 10-hour shifts (6:30 AM–3 PM or 6:30 AM–5 PM), depending on preceptor.
  • Post-Orientation:
    • Start times include 6:30 AM, 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:30 AM.
    • Staff may request 10 or 12-hour shifts after orientation; approval based on department needs.
    • In order to work 12-hour shifts, employee must be competent in all service lines.

Weekend, Holiday, & Call Rotation

  • Holidays:
    • Staff receive one major holiday call (12 hours) and one minor holiday call (12 hours) per rotation.
    • Rotation list is updated as new staff join and is not seniority based
  • Typical Call Shifts:

     

    • Saturday 7 PM–6:30 AM Sunday, Sunday 7 PM–11 PM.
    • Monday–Thursday 7 PM–11 PM, Friday 11 PM–6:30 AM.
  • Current Rotation:
    • Staff typically have one weekday call and one weekend call OR two weekday calls in a 4-week schedule.
      • Call rotation is subject to change at any time based on staffing and department needs

Join ST Health St. Margaret and become part of a collaborative team that values excellence, innovation, and professional growth. Apply today to start your career in an environment that offers advanced technology, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement.

This position is posted as a Surgical Technologist Intermediate which is a valued step in ST Healths Surgical Technologist Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and salary based on education and experience.

Must meet the following qualifications:

  • Certified Surgical Technologist from an accredited program or military training

  • PA House Bill 81 effective 12/17/2020

    • Employed as a Surgical Technologist before 12/27/2020 or within 2-year prior

  • 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience with at least two surgical specialties 

    • Surgical specialties include but not limited to: general, orthopedic, vascular, plastic and reconstructive, obstetrics and gynecology, thoracic, ophthalmic, neurosurgery, organ procurement and endoscopic surgical settings

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Licensure & Certifications

  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

  • Certification for Surgical Technologist
     

Pay range

$24.34–$32.13 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Experienced Surgical Technologist

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health St. Margaret
- Pay: $24.34–$32.13 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-12-31T08:45:15.18Z

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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Variable

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Sam T., Patient Care Technician

I came in as a PCT with zero healthcare experience. Two years later Pepper is paying for my nursing degree while I work the schedule school needs.

Sam T.Patient Care Technician · RN student on tuition support

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Patient Care Tech

  2. Senior PCT / Unit Secretary

  3. PCT III — precepting new hires

  4. Nursing school on tuition support

  5. Graduate nurse at Pepper

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

    ~2 min

    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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