Per Diem Orthopedic Surgical Tech I

Hospital for Special Surgery; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Part time

Job summary

Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, NY seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist I for per diem, with a minimum of 3 shifts per month. You will support a Magnet surgical team, assist in surgery with sterile technique, and prepare instruments and supplies.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, NBSTSA Certification, AHA Heartsaver, and one year of orthopedic experience. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and proactive; a team player who can think critically in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to participate in problem-solving and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses in surgery using sterile technique.
• Assemble, maintain and track surgical instruments and equipment.
• Inspect all packaged items to ensure integrity.
• Conduct pre-op, intra-op and post-op counts per AORN standards.
• Maintain the integrity of the surgical field during procedures.
• Collaborate with team to promote patient safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Critical thinking

Education

High School diploma

Surgical Technology program

Tools

NBSTSA Certification

AHA Heartsaver Certification

Job description

Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, NY seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist I for per diem, with a minimum of 3 shifts per month. You will support a Magnet surgical team, assist in surgery with sterile technique, and prepare instruments and supplies.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, NBSTSA Certification, AHA Heartsaver, and one year of orthopedic experience. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.