OR Surgical Tech: Prep, Sterile Tech & Team Support

Westchester Medical Center; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center is hiring an Operating Room Surgical Technician to assist with preparation of surgical patients under RN guidance. The role supports the surgical team through aseptic technique, equipment readiness, specimen handling, and patient positioning.

Strong attention to safety and teamwork is essential. The position requires BLS and CST certification with a preference for at least one year OR experience or graduation from an accredited Surgical Technical School.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year OR experience preferred or a recent graduate of an accredited Surgical Technical School.
• BLS certification required.
• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) required.

Responsibilities

• Follows standard procedures for surgical intervention assisting in accordance with preference of Surgeon and Anesthesiologist.
• Exhibits timely, satisfactory completion of assignments with minimal assistance and/or direction.
• Interacts with other team members to establish priorities of assigned tasks.
• Ensures all necessary equipment available prior to start of procedure.
• Reports unsafe conditions promptly.
• Applies and monitors principles of aseptic technique throughout intra-operative period; researches new ideas related to surgical technology and provides in-service to peers.
• Assists with positioning patients to ensure protection of patient’s skin integrity.
• Reports relevant observations of patient’s response to Surgical Team.
• Accurately performs sponge, needle and instrument count according to policy and procedure.
• Collects and handles specimens according to hospital policy.
• Assists and anticipates needs of surgical team for instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies.
• Demonstrates composure in stressful situations and responds appropriately in emergencies.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Member of AST preferred

Job description

Westchester Medical Center is hiring an Operating Room Surgical Technician to assist with preparation of surgical patients under RN guidance. The role supports the surgical team through aseptic technique, equipment readiness, specimen handling, and patient positioning.

Strong attention to safety and teamwork is essential. The position requires BLS and CST certification with a preference for at least one year OR experience or graduation from an accredited Surgical Technical School.