Surgical Navigation and Laser Technician I

Bring your customer service, healthcare, or technical skills to a life-changing healthcare organization! UPMC is hiring multiple Surgical Navigation and Laser Technician I positions at UPMC Children's Hospital, offering an exciting opportunity to build your career while supporting innovative patient care. The initial employment period will take place at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital for training purposes.

Why Choose UPMC?

At UPMC, you can grow your skills, make a meaningful impact, and build a rewarding career in a supportive environment.

• Career growth: Build your future through UPMC's career ladder and leadership opportunities.
• Annual merit increases: Earn yearly pay increases based on your performance.
• Comprehensive benefits: Enjoy world-class health benefits, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, and more.

Purpose:

The Surgical Navigation and Laser Technician I is an entry-level position at UPMC, focused on operating lasers and image guidance systems to support surgical procedures. Working under supervision, this role collaborates with clinical teams, including nurses and physicians, to ensure safe device operation and compliance with regulatory standards across UPMC facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Operate lasers and image guidance systems in surgical settings.
• Directly collaborating with clinical staff including, but not limited to, nurses and physicians when surgeries and procedures are taking place.
• Participating in the surgical room during surgeries/procedures.
• Placing and operating navigational tools on patients.
• Maintaining the fiber optic delivery systems in a surgical procedure.
• Log activities in case tracking software and Kronos systems.
• Join on-call rotations and travel to UPMC sites as needed (personal vehicle use may be required.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols.
• Pursue on-going professional development and continuing education.
• High school diploma/GED equivalent and 2 years of relevant healthcare experience OR
• Associate's degree (or higher OR
• Completion of appropriate military training program required
• Previous experience working in surgical services and/or imaging services preferred
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office
• Must be able to work in environments where medications are stored (no direct contact with medications.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran