Day Shift OR Surgical Technologist – CST

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center; Hawthorne (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ is seeking a Surgical Technician (OR) for day shift, full-time placement. The role supports the surgical team by preparing the sterile field, passing instruments, and assisting the RN circulator to ensure patient safety and efficient procedures.

Qualifications include CST or NCCT certification, BLS within 14 days of hire, and continuing education hours annually; minimum 1 year as a CST; a high school diploma or GED and program

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCCT certification.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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 the direct supervision of the RN circulator assigned to the patient.
• Ensure adherence to Hospital, State, and departmental policies and procedures.

Education

CST or NCCT Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ is seeking a Surgical Technician (OR) for day shift, full-time placement. The role supports the surgical team by preparing the sterile field, passing instruments, and assisting the RN circulator to ensure patient safety and efficient procedures.

Qualifications include CST or NCCT certification, BLS within 14 days of hire, and continuing education hours annually; minimum 1 year as a CST; a high school diploma or GED and program