Surgical Technologist

Westchester Medical Center; Town of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center in Town of Warwick, NY is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in the operating room under the direction of the surgical team, ensuring sterile technique and readiness of supplies. The role requires CST certification, prior surgical tech experience, and familiarity with Autoclave for IUSS.

You will prepare the OR, maintain sterile field, assist with specimen labeling and instrumentation, and support safe perioperative care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Maintains the sterile field during surgery.
• Assists with specimen labeling and recording in the Pathology log.
• Ensures all instruments and equipment are available for procedures.
• Supports aseptic technique and safety throughout the perioperative process.
• Positions patients for surgery and assists the OR team as needed.
• Follows universal precautions and infection control policies.

Skills

CST

Education

High School or equivalent

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.