OR / Surgical Tech I

Jersey City Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 4,327,000 - 5,293,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance Discounts

Job summary

Jersey City Medical Center seeks an OR Tech I to join the Operating Room team in Jersey City. The role supports the surgeon and RN, delivering patient care before, during, and after surgery. Flexible, detail-oriented candidates with strong scrubbing skills across multiple service lines are desired.

Qualified individuals will have a surgical technician program completion, NBSTSA and BLS certifications, and 2–3 years of experience. Shift is 7:00 am to 3:00 pm with alternating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a Surgical Technician training program is required.
• 2–3 years of experience in the field.
• Scrub knowledge across service lines: robotics, vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, general, thoracic, neuro/spine, orthopedics, complex plastic cases and trauma.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written).
• Must be able to make calls, be flexible, multitask, and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Scrub for designated surgical service lines under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist the surgeon and RN in delivering patient care before, during, and after surgery.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Surgical Technician training program

NBSTSA Certification

BLS Healthcare Provider Certification

Job description

Job Title

OR Tech I

Location

Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name

Operating Room

Status

Hourly

Shift

Day

Pay Range

$31.41 - $38.42 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

A member of the surgical team, acting under the direction of a Registered Nurse, who works with the surgeon and RN in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibility before, during and after surgery.

Qualifications

Required:

• HighSchooldiplomaorequivalent
• Completion of a Surgical Technician training program
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• Must have strong knowledge with skill being able to scrub the following service lines: robotics, vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, general, thoracic, neuro/spine, orthopedics, complex plastic cases and trauma
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbally and written)
• Must be able to make calls. Must be flexible, able to multitask and be able to work independently

Certifications and Licenses Required

• Certified Surgical Technician, required
• NBSTSA Certification, required
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification required with American Heart Association

Scheduling Requirements

• 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Full Time
• Alternating Weekends, holidays and call coverage

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package providescomprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.