Per Diem Surgical Technologist – Preop Support

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health is looking for a Surgical Technologist in Paterson, New Jersey. This role involves performing technical and clinical functions in preoperative nursing under the supervision of a registered nurse. The ideal candidate will prepare surgical rooms, maintain aseptic techniques, and handle necessary instrumentation.

Applicants must complete an accredited surgical technologist program or hold a relevant certification. Continuing education is required to maintain credentials.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a nationally or regionally accredited educational program for surgical technologists.
• Must hold a certified surgical technologist credential or similar.
• Must complete 15 hours of continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical/clinical functions of preoperative nursing practice.
• Maintain aseptic technique intraoperatively.
• Provide instrumentation and supplies as required.

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist credential

Completion of accredited surgical technologist program

15 hours of continuing education annually

Job description

St. Joseph's Health is looking for a Surgical Technologist in Paterson, New Jersey. This role involves performing technical and clinical functions in preoperative nursing under the supervision of a registered nurse. The ideal candidate will prepare surgical rooms, maintain aseptic techniques, and handle necessary instrumentation.

Applicants must complete an accredited surgical technologist program or hold a relevant certification. Continuing education is required to maintain credentials.