Certified Surgical Technologist Per Diem

Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 57,886; Part time

Job summary

Cayuga Health, A Member of Centralus Health, is hiring a Certified Surgical Technologist – Per Diem in Ithaca, NY. The ideal candidate will maintain surgical care standards and assist in operative procedures, ensuring patient safety and infection control.

The pay rate ranges from $30.00 to $42.02 per hour, based on experience, with a flexible work schedule. We offer an inclusive workplace valuing diversity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• NBSTSA or NCCT certification preferred OR graduation from an accredited program.
• Ability to operate job-related equipment and adapt to changes in tasks.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operative care standards according to AORN guidelines.
• Assist with patient positioning, surgical hand scrubs, and counts.
• Identify and address safety hazards while following infection control protocols.

Skills

Surgical technology certification

Patient positioning

Safety and infection control

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Graduate of an Accredited 2-Year Surgical Technology program (AAS)

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist – Per Diem

Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community-centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.

CSTs at Cayuga Health play a key role in the interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive, compassionate care to the community. They practice at full scope, contributing to program development and care plans in a shared governance environment to enhance patient outcomes.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Standards of Care: Maintains operative care standards according to AORN guidelines.
• Preparation and Setup: Stocks rooms, cleans equipment, and prepares supplies based on surgeon and anesthesia needs.
• Surgical Support: Assists with patient positioning, surgical hand scrubs, counts, and Time Out procedures.
• Safety and Infection Control: Identifies and addresses safety hazards, follows universal precautions, and infection control protocols.
• Accountability and Flexibility: Organizes tasks to meet patient and unit needs, adapts to changes, and stays current with education and policies.

Required Skills And Experience

• NBSTSA or NCCT certification preferred OR Graduate of an Accredited 2-Year Surgical Technology program (AAS), and eligible for certification within 12 months.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard).
• Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment, IV solutions), with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, as the position may require.
• Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Location and Travel Requirements

• Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850.
• Shift/Schedule: Per Diem, Various as Scheduled.
• 0-5% Travel may be expected in this role.

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard rate of $30.00 per hour to $42.02 per hour plus per diem premium based upon experience.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].