Night-Shift Surgical Technician: Perioperative Specialist

RWJ New Brunswick; Franklin Park (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Brunswick, NJ seeks a Surgical Technician to join a collaborative perioperative team. This hourly role supports scrub functions, prepares the OR, and assists surgeons and perioperative staff to deliver safe, high-quality surgical care.

The position emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, patient safety, and strong teamwork within Labor & Delivery. BLS and CST credentials, plus completion of a accredited Surgical Technology program, are required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Surgical Technology program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED within one year of hire.
• Preferred experience in an operating room setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating rooms by ensuring instruments, equipment and sterile supplies are organized and ready.
• Performs scrub role and assists surgical team during procedures.
• Maintains sterile field and aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Anticipates surgeon’s instrumentation and equipment needs during procedures.
• Ensures patient safety and regulatory compliance in the perioperative environment.

Education

Surgical Technology / Surgical Technician program

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health in New Brunswick, NJ seeks a Surgical Technician to join a collaborative perioperative team. This hourly role supports scrub functions, prepares the OR, and assists surgeons and perioperative staff to deliver safe, high-quality surgical care.

The position emphasizes sterile technique, instrument handling, patient safety, and strong teamwork within Labor & Delivery. BLS and CST credentials, plus completion of a accredited Surgical Technology program, are required.