Surgical Technologist II-Operating Room

University of Rochester; Rochester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community teaching hospital is seeking a full-time Surgical Technologist to support a fast-paced operating room environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with the surgical team, ensuring patient safety and that equipment is prepared for surgery. Education and certification in surgical technology are required, along with skills in aseptic technique and communication. This position offers a competitive pay range of $27.00 - $32.11 per hour.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a certified surgical technologist credential.
• Education requirements include completion of an accredited surgical technologist program.
• American Heart Association BLS CPR Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and other surgical personnel during surgical procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and ensure surgical equipment is ready.
• Provide patient care and support before, during, and after surgery.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

In-depth knowledge of surgical equipment

Good communication

Positive attitude

Team-player

Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations

Education

Associates degree preferred

Completion of a nationally and NYS accredited surgical technologist program

Job description

Job Description

Highland Hospital a 261 bed community teaching hospital and affiliate of the University Of Rochester Medical Center is recruiting for Surgical Techs to join our team and support its expansion.

The Highland Hospital Operating Room offers up a fast paced, exciting, and collaborative work environment. Become part of a team where cutting edge technology is used and surgeries are performed daily in our recently expanded facility which features 15 state of the art operating rooms. The Surgical Tech plays a vital role in the OR and are relied upon for their professional judgement and critical thinking skills.

We are seeking candidates who are able to work full time day/evening rotation Monday through Friday plus call with peers for nights, weekends & holidays. Highland has a rich history of providing compassionate, personalized patient care and was recently honored with Magnet redesignation. Apply now for immediate consideration.

A Surgical Technologist is a member of the surgical team who works with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care. The Surgical Technologist has specific responsibilities before, during and after surgery to assure patient safety and enhance positive outcomes.

PAY RANGE: $27.00 - $32.11

*The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Auto req ID

17051BR

City

Rochester

Area of Interest

Clinical Non‑Nursing

Employment Status

Full‑Time

Hours/Week

40 Hours/Week

Job Requirements

• Education: Fulfills the educational requirements for completion of a nationally and NYS accredited educational program for surgical technologists and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or is otherwise qualified per the NYS Public Health Law (i.e., candidate provides evidence that he/she worked as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to the effective date of January 1, 2015; candidate provides evidence of completing a military surgical technology program). Associates degree preferred.
• License/Certification Required: American Heart Association BLS CPR Certification required; certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (unless otherwise qualified per the NYS Public Health Law)
• Skills: Aseptic Technique and in-depth knowledge of surgical equipment highly desirable. Good communication, positive attitude, team-player. Ability to maintain composure in stressful and/or emergency situations.