Surgical Technologist

Westchester Medical Center Health Network; Town of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center Health Network is seeking a Surgical Technologist to prepare and maintain supplies for perioperative care under the direction of a registered nurse, ensuring a sterile field throughout procedures.

The role requires CST certification, prior surgical technician experience, and proficiency with autoclave IUSS; a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Ability to work with the OR team and adhere to infection control policies is essential.

Qualifications

• CST certification is required.
• Prior surgical technician experience is required.
• Experience using Autoclave for IUSS (Immediate Use Steam Sterilization).

Responsibilities

• Ensures instruments, equipment, and supplies are available for procedures.
• Maintains sterile field and aseptic technique during surgery.
• Positions patients and assists with hemostasis as directed.
• Disinfects equipment and labels/records specimens as required.
• Communicates patient status with the OR team and responds to emergencies.

Skills

Sterile technique

Patient care

Team communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclave (IUSS)

Job description

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for patient care preparation during surgical intervention, under the direction of a registered nurse, in conjunction with the surgeon, anesthesiologist, or nurse anesthetist. This position prepares and maintains supplies and equipment required to deliver safe and effective perioperative care. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining the sterile field during surgery.

Responsibilities

Ensures all instruments, equipment, and supplies are available for patient procedure. Communicates with other members of the health care team regarding the patient's condition during the perioperative period. Cleans and disinfects equipment. Protects the welfare of patients by appropriately handling all surgical specimens including proper labeling and recording into the Pathology log. Applies principles of asepsis to maintain a sterile field and assists with terminal care of equipment and supplies after the surgical procedure is completed. Prepares the OR and sterile field for surgical procedures and ensures the surgical equipment functions properly. Assists the OR team to position patients for surgery. Performs non-invasive prepping to the skin's surface and drapes patients for surgery. Assists the surgeon's provision of hemostasis during surgery by handing instruments. Holds a retractor after placement by a healthcare professional. Identifies emergency situations and institutes corrective actions in a calm and efficient manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

CST required. Prior surgical technician experience required. Experience using the Autoclave for IUSS Immediate Use Steam Sterilization.

Education

High School or equivalent required.

Other

If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, the use of personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies pertaining to infection control.