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Surgical Technologist

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

PostedMarch 22, 2026

Pay$24.03–$32.01 / hr

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Surgical Technologist – ST Health Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

Are you a Surgical Technologist ready to launch or elevate your career? Passionate about pediatrics? Join a nationally recognized team where your skills make a difference—and enjoy a sign-on bonus of up to $25,000.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Cutting-Edge Care: 14 ORs, 12,000+ cases/year, Level 1 Trauma & Transplant Center—serving patients from neonates to young adults.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Self-scheduling with creative options, including call and off-shift coverage.
  • 1:1 Orientation: Staggered onboarding with experienced preceptors to set you up for success.
  • Career Growth: Structured career ladder with clear advancement based on experience and education.
  • Supportive Culture: Work with autonomy in a collaborative, high-tech environment.

️ What You’ll Do

As a Surgical Technologist, you’ll support a wide range of specialties including General, ENT, Neuro, Ortho, Plastics, Transplant, Ophthalmology, and GU. Responsibilities include:

  • Preparing ORs and surgical instruments
  • Assisting with gowning, gloving, and sterile technique
  • Passing instruments and assisting during procedures
  • Handling specimens and applying dressings
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and aseptic environment
  • Supporting patient prep, positioning, and transport

Your title and pay will reflect your experience, with room to grow.

Ready to make a difference in pediatric surgical care? Apply now and bring your passion to ST Health Children’s Hospital.

Education & Training:

  • Completion of a formal Surgical Technology program (college, vocational school, university, hospital, or military).
  • or prior employment as a Surgical Technologist before December 28, 2020.
  • or completion of an accredited military training program.
  • or current certification from a nationally recognized credentialing organization.

Experience:

  • 0–2 years of experience required for entry-level Surgical Technologist.
  • Recent graduates from accredited programs are encouraged to apply!
  • Additional experience may qualify candidates for Intermediate or Senior-level roles.

Specialty Exposure:

  • Preferred experience in surgical specialties such as: General, Orthopedic, Vascular, Plastics & Reconstructive, OB/GYN, Thoracic, Ophthalmic, Neurosurgery, Organ Procurement, and Endoscopic settings.
  • Medication access limited to distribution to the nurse.

Continuing Education:

  • Certified individuals must meet credentialing body requirements.
  • Non-certified individuals must complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years.

Licensure & Clearances:

  • CPR (AHA standards within 30 days of hire), Act 33 Child Clearance, Act 34 Criminal Clearance, Act 73 FBI Clearance, Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$24.03–$32.01 / hr

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

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# Surgical Technologist

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
- Pay: $24.03–$32.01 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-22T09:30:16.96Z

## Description

**Surgical Technologist – ST Health Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh**

Are you a Surgical Technologist ready to launch or elevate your career? Passionate about pediatrics? Join a nationally recognized team where your skills make a difference—and enjoy a sign-on bonus of **up to $25,000**.
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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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