Certified Surgical Technologist

United Surgical Partners International; Maywood (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k retirement plan

PTO 15 days per year

Paid holidays

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vanguard Surgical Center in New Jersey is seeking a per diem Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). The CST scrubs for procedures, maintains sterile fields, and supports the surgical team in an ambulatory setting.

The role requires a high school diploma/GED, surgical technician program completion, and state/cen­ter certification as needed, with 1+ year of CST experience preferred. Starting pay is $45.00/hr, with benefits if employed full-time.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and completion of a Surgical Technician Program.
• Certification as required by state and/or center.
• 1+ years of Surgical Tech experience; ambulatory center preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient management.
• Aseptic techniques and their implementation.
• Teamwork and strong communication with staff, patients, and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Scrub for surgical procedures and maintain a sterile field.
• Prepare supplies, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
• Demonstrate competence as a member of the surgical team.
• Support quality improvement activities.
• Adapt to changing patient conditions as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED; Surgical Technician Program

State/center Certification as required

Job description

Vanguard Surgical Center is hiring a per diem Certified Surgical Technologist!

Welcome to Vanguard Surgical Center

At Vanguard Surgical Center, we focus on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for your surgical procedure. Our facility is accredited by Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.

Certified Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech at Vanguard Surgical Center

The Certified Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. Prepares supplies, instruments, and equipment related to these procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives, and goals of the Surgery Center. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Surgical Technician Program
• Certification as required by state and/or center
• 1+ years of Surgical Tech experience. Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center is strongly preferred
• Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Must excel in teamwork and possess strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, engage with patients, and coordinate with physicians

Starting Pay: $45.00/hr (Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.)

Benefits

USPI offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

*Per diem/PRN employees are only eligible for 401k

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States.We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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