Surgical Tech - OR

Garnet Health; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown is seeking a skilled Surgical Technician to join the Operating Room team. The role focuses on aseptic technique, instrument handling, and assisting the surgeon to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program; 1–3 years experience preferred, with new graduates considered. Certification (CST) and current BLS required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited Surgical Technology Program or military program.
• Completion of fifteen (15) hours of continuing education annually to remain qualified.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with surgical team to deliver safe, efficient care.
• Maintain a sterile environment and handle instruments/equipment.
• Pass instruments to the surgeon and assistants as needed during procedures.
• Assist in preparation and support of the surgical procedure and OR readiness.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Anatomy knowledge

Surgical procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology Program or military program

15 hours annual continuing education

Job description

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award‑winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Surgical Technician on our Operating Room team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center- Middletown.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

The range for the role is $36.98 - $44.10 hourly.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Responsibilities

The surgical technologist collaborates with other team members of the healthcare delivery team, including physicians, to deliver quality, safe, and efficient health care. The surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of aseptic technique, in combination with knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies, to facilitate the physician’s performance of surgical procedures. The surgical technologist is responsible for creating and maintaining a sterile environment, proper handling and care of surgical instruments and equipment, and passing those instruments to the surgeon and/or assistant for use during surgery. The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) OR an Accrediting Bureau of Health Education School (ABHES)-accredited Surgical Technology Program OR military surgical technology program.
• Completion of fifteen (15) hours of continuing education on an annual basis is required to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist.

Minimum Experience

• 1-3 years of experience as a surgical technologist in a hospital or other healthcare setting is preferred.
• New graduates will be considered.

Required Certification/Registration

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology, Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) is required.
• Current and active BLS is required

Physical Requirements

Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.

Working Conditions

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well- lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
• Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.
• Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances. May be exposed to unpleasant odors. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency or crisis situations.