Surgical Technician

Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall in Newburgh, NY is seeking an Obstetrical Surgical Technician to support the Birthing Center under RN supervision. The role includes patient care, vital signs, and instrument prep for procedures, with shift hours from early morning to evening.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, completed surgical technician training, and certification within a year. The organization emphasizes high-quality care and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Certified Surgical Technician program.
• Surgical Technician Certification must be obtained within one year of employment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to read and communicate in English.
• Experience as PCA or Scrub Tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care tasks under RN direction.
• Vital signs monitoring and assistance with personal care.
• Surgical scrub and prep; prepare equipment/instruments for procedures.

Skills

Medical terminology

English communication

Patient care

Surgical scrub

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Surgical Technician program

Surgical Technician Certification within 1 year

Job description

City/State: Newburgh, New York Department: Birthing Center Bargaining Unit: 1199 Work Days: DAYS VARY Scheduled Hours: 6:45 AM-7:30 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 12.75 HOURS Hourly Rate/Range: $31.33-$39.61 Sign-On Bonus: N/A For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

The Obstetrical Surgical Technician performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care tasks under the direction of R.N including but not limited to vital signs, assistance with personal care, surgical scrub and prep. Implements and plans equipment/instruments for patient care procedures.

Education/Training:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Completion of Certified Surgical Technician program.

Experience:

• One year prior experience as PCA or Scrub Tech preferred.

Licensure, Registration or Certification: Surgical Technician Certification required within one year of employment.

Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For 150 years, Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall (MSLC) has been a cornerstone of high-quality healthcare in Orange County, fostering a healing environment through community collaboration, dedicated staff, and a rich history. What began as a modest three-bed hospital in 1875 has grown into a comprehensive healthcare system with two campuses and a wide range of outpatient services. MSLC is a member of the Montefiore Health System and provides care to more than 250,000 patients annually. The organization includes a 242-bed acute care hospital, with a geographic coverage area that serves a population of 400,000 people. MSLC is proud to provide care locally, and when needed, offer seamless transitions to world-class medicine throughout the Montefiore Health System (MHS). Being part of MHS has allowed MSLC to expand our capabilities and offer cutting-edge healthcare to our community.

MSLC is a Magnet designated organization, with notable recognition from Healthgrades, the American Heart Association, and various other agencies. We are accredited by The Joint Commission, which sets the standards for the delivery of quality health care. MSLC has more than 350 physicians on staff, representing dozens of medical specialties.

Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall strives to be the employer of choice by offering comprehensive benefit packages that are designed to meet the needs of today's workforce. We are committed to assisting employees to achieve optimal health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefit packages include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a generous paid time off plan, as well as various other optional benefits.