Surgical Tech

120 Canton - Potsdam Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Surgical Services department seeks a Surgical Tech to serve as the primary scrub, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during procedures. You will maintain sterile technique and support surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure safe, smooth operations.

The role requires 3+ years of experience as a Surgical Technologist, graduation from an accredited program with certification within 12 months, and eligibility under Grandfathering or Hard-to-Fill

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program and obtain national certification within 12 months of graduation.
• Eligibility under Grandfathering Clause if at least one year of surgical technologist employment between 2010-2014.
• Eligibility under Hard-to-Fill Clause with required certification within 24 months after employment and degree from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms by checking supplies and setting up sterile fields.
• Assist surgeons by maintaining aseptic technique and passing instruments.
• Demonstrate advanced first-scrub proficiency across multiple surgical specialties.
• Mentor and orient new staff and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain Continuing Medical Education (15 hours annually) and apply anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology knowledge.

Skills

Scrub technique

Critical thinking

Mentor staff

Education

CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program

Accredited school of practical nursing

Grandfathering Clause experience

Hard-to-Fill Clause certification within 24 months

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Tech Department: Surgical Services Location: SLH - CPH Main Hours Per Week: Per Diem Schedule: Day (8 hour shifts)

SUMMARY

The role assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Demonstrates high-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills to support surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure that surgeries run smoothly and safely. Independently first scrubs surgical procedures in a variety of surgical specialties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare operating rooms by checking supplies, setting up sterile fields, and ensuring proper functioning of instruments and equipment.
• Assist surgeons during procedures by maintaining aseptic technique, passing instruments, counting sponges/sharps, and preparing dressings.
• Demonstrate advanced first-scrub proficiency across multiple surgical specialties (e.g., Orthopedic, Neurosurgery, Cardiovascular) and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Mentor and orient new staff, students, and surgical technologists; contribute to unit goals and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain required Continuing Medical Education (15 hours annually) and apply strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, and surgical practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must have 3 or more years of experience as a Surgical Technologist AND meet one of the following requirements: Graduated from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program and obtain certification through a nationally accredited credentialing organization within 12 months of graduation.
• Graduated from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Qualify under the "Grandfathering Clause" by providing proof of at least one year of employment as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility between December 31, 2010, and December 31, 2014.
• Qualify under the "Hard-to-Fill Clause" by having a certification through a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization required within 24 months after employment and degree from accredited program Completed a military surgical technology program

UNION

1199-721 SEIU (CPH) LPN & Technical Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy - Clinical - Heavy clinical roles require continual lifting of more than 50 lbs., pushing and pulling patients or equipment, and working in physically awkward or restrictive positions. Staff must maintain balance and coordination in confined, uneven, or emergent care settings while performing both fine and gross motor tasks. High sensory acuity is needed to recognize patient cues and environmental alerts. Emotional and cognitive demands are significant due to urgent decision-making, managing distressed patients, and functioning effectively in high-pressure clinical situations. Environmental exposures commonly include infectious agents, biohazards, noise, and chemicals. Employees may be required to complete mask-fit testing, TB screening, and participate in extended or on-call shifts. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$23.67 - $33.84 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.