Operating Room Technician - Per Diem

NYU Langone Hospitals; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is seeking an Operating Room Technician for Per Diem roles in the NSG-Operating Room. The technician provides instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical cases under RN supervision, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety.

The role requires 1–2 years OR experience (preferred), completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program, and BLS certification. Per diem shifts and support for ongoing education are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum one to two years operating room experience preferred.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Certification exam must be taken and passed within 12 months of program completion.
• Current and valid BLS through AHA.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety, infection control, and equipment handling guidelines.
• Assist circulating and prepare instruments, sutures, and equipment.
• Provide supplies as needed and monitor patient status with RN guidance.
• Communicate with the health care team and document actions clearly.
• Engage in unit-based quality improvement and staff education.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Interpersonal

Customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Surgical Technologist program

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to theKnapp Cardiac Care Center—an advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facility—as well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women's imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries. The Stroke Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices. For more information, go to NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Operating Room Technician - Per Diem - NSG-Operating Room - Per Diem - Variable Days and Shifts. In this role, the successful candidate Under the supervision of the RN, this role involves planning and delivering safe, therapeutic, and age-appropriate care. The individual works closely with a multidisciplinary health team to enhance wellness and optimize patient outcomes. They provide the surgical team with the essential instruments, sutures, special equipment, and materials required for surgery, ensuring strict adherence to aseptic techniques. They also assist in circulating, gathering instruments, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure. Additionally, they participate in performance improvement activities at the unit, department, and institutional levels that impact patient and service outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

• Adheres to regulatory guidelines and institutional policies regarding safety standards, infection control, and equipment handling.
• Takes corrective actions when discrepancies in counts are identified. Provides equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Performs other assigned duties as required.
• Observes the patient's clinical status and reports findings to the RN. Addresses patient concerns in accordance with the established communication hierarchy. Actively participates in identifying and solving problems in the work environment.
• Reviews the plan of care during the perioperative period, monitors any deviations, and adjusts the plan under the RNs direction. Observes the patients progress alongside the RN.
• Supplies the surgical team with the required instruments, sutures, special equipment, and materials, while maintaining strict aseptic technique. Monitors potential and actual changes in the patients care needs, notifying the RN and following the updated care plan as directed.
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement initiatives, mentorship, and the orientation and education of new employees. Offers assistance and support to team members. Attends and contributes to staff meetings and in-services and stays current with knowledge in relevant practice areas.
• Communicates with patients and healthcare team members. Identifies and addresses potential issues or refers them through the appropriate chain of command using the escalation policy. Ensures all documentation is legible.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent required.

1-2 years of operating room experience preferred.

Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.

Certification exam must be taken and passed within 12 months of completion of surgical technology program.

Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Course Completion through AHA.

Effective communication (both written and oral), critical thinking, problem solving, detail orientation, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Basic computer skills.

Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations..

Required Licenses

Cert Surgical Technologist

Preferred Qualifications

1-2 years in a Surgical Technologist role.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $47.26 - $47.26 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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