Scrub Technician I

Centrastate Healthcare System, Inc; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a trailblazing healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. As a vital member of the surgical team, you will maintain aseptic techniques and assist in surgical procedures, ensuring everything runs smoothly for patients and surgeons alike. This role offers the chance to be part of an innovative team dedicated to improving health and wellness in the community. With a focus on employee enrichment through work/life balance, tuition assistance, and career advancement, you will thrive in a supportive environment. Discover the joy of making a difference in people's lives while advancing your career in healthcare.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Excellent benefits package

403(b) retirement plan with company match

401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Growth Opportunity

Continuing Education / Onsite Training

Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits

Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; OR Technician program preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintains aseptic technique and prepares for surgical procedures.
• Stocks supplies and assists in patient care during surgeries.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate Technician Program

Tools

Medical Equipment

Job description

Overview

Functions as a member of the surgical team under the direct supervision of a RN. Performs scrub duties on surgical cases and assists RN in setting up for surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintains aseptic technique throughout surgical procedure. Reports any breaks in technique to the surgeon and circulator.
• Is in room and ready to start by 7a or 7p for assigned shift and when c-section is called.
• Reports any defective equipment immediately to Biomed department and to resource nurse.
• Obtains extra equipment necessary for surgical procedure.
• Observes progress of surgery and demonstrates an ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and possible need for additional instruments and supplies.
• Stocks unit carts and patient rooms with supplies, maintains logs for code carts, airflow values, and refrigerator temperatures.
• Opens sterile supplies using appropriate technique.
• Clarifies name and expiration of medication with circulator.
• Labels all medications and solutions used on surgical field.
• Arranges instruments and supplies properly for specific procedure.
• Maintains surgical field in orderly fashion to facilitate accessibility and relief by another staff member.
• Returns supplies to proper areas.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the function of the sterilization and decontamination principles.
• Provides considerate respectful care focused on the patients’ individual needs.
• Affirms the patient’s right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care, including the decision to discontinue treatment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Demonstrates the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the needs of the age of the patients cared for. Demonstrates an understanding of the range of care needed based on the age of the patients cared for. Demonstrates knowledge of growth, development and/or adult health throughout the life span as appropriate to the job performed.
• Patient care responsibilities include taking vital signs as per unit routine, emptying urinary catheters, rounding on patients.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma Or Equivalent Required and Graduate Technician Program Preferred or Additional Educational Requirements. High school graduate or equivalency. Successful completion of OR Technician program (or graduate of accredited LPN program with NJ license).

Work Experience:

Related Experience. Previous experience a plus.

Licenses and Certifications:

BLS Required. Maintains annual CEU requirements as per NJ Department of Health.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.

Physical Demands

CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well.

When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.

Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits package and rewards program
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At CentraState Healthcare System, we welcome and promote the diversity of our employee family! Each unique person contributes to the overall success of this organization. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment of professionalism and respect for personal differences.

CentraState Healthcare System, is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and, therefore, abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual or affectional orientation, national origin or nationality, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, protected veteran status, ancestry, marital status.