Certified Surgical Tech

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ is seeking a day shift, full-time Surgical Technician to assist surgeons in the sterile field per AORN standards. The role requires CST or NCC certification and BLS within 14 days of hire, plus 15 hours of continuing education annually.

Preferred one year as a CST and graduation from a Surgical Technologist program. The hospital offers a modern facility with comprehensive services including an ED, maternity center, imaging, and

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCC.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Annually complete 15 hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist in the State of NJ.

Responsibilities

• Assists the surgeon in the sterile field according to AORN Standards of Practice Recommendations.
• Performs scrub duties in varied specialties/procedures.
• Ensures sterile supplies and equipment are ready for each case.
• Assists with circulating duties under direct supervision of the RN circulator.
• Adheres to Hospital, State, and departmental policies and procedures.

Education

High School or GED

Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

Overview:

Join our team as a day shift, full-time Surgery Certified Surgical Technician in Westwood,NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuitionassistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about thebenefits offeredfor this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Learn About a Day In the Life of a Surgical Tech:

Responsibilities:

• The Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting the surgeon in the sterile field according to AORN Standards of Practice Recommendations.
• Performs scrub duties in varied specialties/procedures.
• Ensures that the case has the necessary sterile supplies and equipment for that surgeon and procedure.
• Assists with circulating duties under direct supervision of the RN circulator assigned to the patient.
• Ensures adherence to Hospital, State, and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCC.
• Annually complete 15 hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist in the State of NJ.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• High School or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Minimum of one (1) year as a Certified Surgical Technologist.

Rate of pay isdeterminedbased on experience andeducation, andmay include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.