OR Surgical Scrub Specialist & Educator

SUNY Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking an Operating Room Associate to provide expert scrub skills and specialized knowledge for all surgical procedures. The role includes supervising Surgical Technologists, mentoring students, and serving as a preceptor for staff and learners, while contributing to educational programs and committees.

The position collaborates with nursing leadership and departments to ensure high-quality patient care and education on new equipment and techniques.

Qualifications

• Must be certified CST and graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Minimum of 4 years experience as a Surgical Technologist; preferably in an academic Level I trauma setting.
• Demonstrated ability to scrub for all required surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Scrub for all required procedures with expert skills.
• Supervise, evaluate, and mentor Surgical Technologists.
• Act as a preceptor for surgical technology students and staff.
• Participate in educational offerings, committees, and meetings related to patient care.

Skills

Scrub for procedures

Mentoring & teaching

Educational program delivery

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking an Operating Room Associate to provide expert scrub skills and specialized knowledge for all surgical procedures. The role includes supervising Surgical Technologists, mentoring students, and serving as a preceptor for staff and learners, while contributing to educational programs and committees.

The position collaborates with nursing leadership and departments to ensure high-quality patient care and education on new equipment and techniques.