SURGICAL TECHNICIAN

Mohawk Valley Health System; City of Utica (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing direct patient care, ensuring adherence to strict protocols, and maintaining a sterile environment during surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least one year of healthcare experience, with a preference for those who have completed a Surgical Technician training program. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes and safety. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and make a difference every day.

Benefits

$5,000 Sign on Bonus

Qualifications

• 1 year of healthcare experience required.
• Completion of an approved Surgical Technician training program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow protocols for sharps, specimens, and aseptic techniques.
• Verify operative procedures and maintain instrument counts.
• Adhere to infection control practices and promote cleanliness.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Patient care

Infection control

Instrument sterilization

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Surgical Technician training program

Tools

Surgical instruments

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Surgical Technician - Full Time - Variable Shifts - Certificate Required - $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Under the general supervision of the nurse manager or designee, the Surgical Technician renders direct patient care according to the age and developmental level of the patient in accordance with the Code of Ethics for Nurses, ANA Standards of Care and the mission, philosophy, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Follow proper protocols and procedures for sharps, specimens and aseptic techniques during procedures.
• Label medications on the sterile field.
• Verify operative procedure and site with patient and surgical team prior to commencement of procedure.
• Coordinate and demonstrate the proper use and handling of supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Maintain an accurate instrument/sponge count.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments.
• Render safe and appropriate care for patients during positioning and transferring using appropriate positioning devices.
• Recognize emergent patient care situations and report findings.
• Promote and maintain overall cleanliness of the unit.
• Adhere to Infection Control program to prevent spread of infections, practice standard precautions, protect self, peers, patients, and visitors from infection and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma.
• 1 year of healthcare experience.

PREFERRED:

Completion of an approved Surgical Technician training program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Req Id 94253
Department OPERATING ROOM
Shift Variable
Shift Hours Worked 7.50
FTE 0.94
Work Schedule CWAT
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union 2005 - CWA
Pay Range $22.28 - $32.30/Hourly