Certified Surgical Technologist / CST L&D

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ, is seeking a Day Shift, full-time Labor and Delivery Certified Surgical Tech (CST) to assist in patient care and surgical prep.

You will scrub, circulate under RN supervision, and help maintain supplies; must have CST and BLS within 14 days of hire; preferred OB experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with current credentials.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• Good knowledge of patient flow through Labor & Delivery.
• Instrument handling and OR circulation for OB.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care and preparation of surgical patients by performing routine duties per standards.
• Perform scrub duties and related procedures.
• Assist with circulating duties under the RN circulator.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Function as preceptor, service specialist, and instrument room liaison.

Skills

CST certification

BLS within 14 days

Education

High School diploma or GED

CST certification

Job description

Overview:

Join our team as a day shift, full-time,Labor and Delivery Certified Surgical Tech (CST) 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:

• This position is responsible for assisting in patient care and the preparation of surgical patients by performing routine and delegated duties according to the standards and policies of the surgical center.
• Perform scrub duties and related procedures.
• Assist with circulating duties under the direct supervision of the RN circulator assigned to the patient.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of supplies and equipment as required.
• Function in the advanced roles of preceptor, service specialist, and instrument room liaison.

Job Requirements

• High School or GED equivalent.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) (or provides evidence of meeting the requirements of the NJ Surgical Technology Certification law in effect as of 12/21/2011.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Good knowledge and understanding of patient flow through L&D.
• Instrument handling, cleaning, OR circulation for OB

Preferred Job Requirements

• 1-2 years as a scrub tech – OB surgical tech experience
• Sterile Processing Certification.

Rate of pay isdeterminedbased on experience and education and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.