Operating Room Surgical Tech — Fast-Paced, Team-Centered

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA (Health/Dependent Care)

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Surgical Technician for the Operating Room at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. You will prepare rooms, assist surgeons and perioperative staff, and ensure a sterile environment for high‑quality patient care.

The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary perioperative team, maintaining sterile technique, and participating in ongoing education and competency validation.

Qualifications

• Completed nationally or regionally accredited Surgical Technology program or CST credential.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Successful completion of departmental orientation and competency requirements.
• Commitment to patient safety, surgical excellence, and professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms by ensuring instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready for procedures.
• Support surgeons and perioperative nurses during procedures with precision and teamwork.
• Maintain sterile field and adhere to aseptic technique and infection prevention policies.
• Anticipate instrument and equipment needs and respond to changes in surgical conditions.
• Assist the surgical team during routine and complex procedures with careful handling of instruments and supplies.
• Monitor the surgical environment to ensure patient safety throughout the perioperative experience.
• Support safe operating room practices, including fire prevention and laser/electrosurgery safety protocols.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and the perioperative team to deliver coordinated care.
• Ensure efficient turnover of equipment and readiness between procedures.
• Participate in departmental education, orientation, competency validation, and quality improvement.

Education

Surgical Technology program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Surgical Technician for the Operating Room at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. You will prepare rooms, assist surgeons and perioperative staff, and ensure a sterile environment for high‑quality patient care.

The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary perioperative team, maintaining sterile technique, and participating in ongoing education and competency validation.