Certified Surgical Tech — Impactful OR Roles + Tuition

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is hiring a Certified Surgical Technician. This role supports the surgical team during all phases of procedures, ensures equipment readiness, and maintains sterile techniques across multiple OR environments.

The position requires formal Surgical Technician training, professional certification, and BLS. Prior OR experience is preferred, with duties spanning Endoscopy and anesthesia-related support, along with ongoing education and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of formal Surgical Technician program required.
• Certified surgical technologist credential is required from a recognized organization.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• At least one year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Discusses plan of care with assigned team each morning (including anesthesiologist).
• Assists in scrub on all surgical procedures under the circulating RN.
• Set up procedure room 15 minutes prior to scheduled time and check equipment.
• Assist with Endoscopy procedures (EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP, PEG, Bronchoscopy, TEE).
• Orders and maintains anesthesia supplies with Director of Anesthesia.
• Document OR records and sterilization processes; manage supplies and inventory.
• Follow sterilization procedures and monitor chemical/biological processes.
• Participate in meetings, continuing education and mandatory trainings.
• Maintain unit meetings attendance and uphold customer service standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficient

Communication with patients

Education

High school diploma

Surgical Technician program

Certified Surgical Technologist

BLS certification

Job description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is hiring a Certified Surgical Technician. This role supports the surgical team during all phases of procedures, ensures equipment readiness, and maintains sterile techniques across multiple OR environments.

The position requires formal Surgical Technician training, professional certification, and BLS. Prior OR experience is preferred, with duties spanning Endoscopy and anesthesia-related support, along with ongoing education and adherence to safety standards.