Surgical Technologist

Northwell Health; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join their dynamic surgical team. In this vital role, you will assist in the preparation and care of surgical patients, ensuring a sterile environment and supporting the surgical team during procedures. Your expertise in handling surgical instruments and maintaining equipment will be crucial to the success of each operation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a fast-paced environment while working alongside skilled professionals. If you are passionate about surgical technology and patient safety, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certification by the Association of Operating Room Technicians required within one year.
• Successful completion of a nationally accredited surgical technologist program required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a scrub assistant, setting up the operating room and passing instruments.
• Assists in caring for the operating room and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Surgical Instrument Knowledge

Patient Care

Operating Room Procedures

Education

High School Diploma

AAS Degree in Operating Room Technology

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Operating Room Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Assists in the nursing care and preparation of surgical patients. Functions as a member of the surgical team, creates and maintains a sterile field; primary responsibility is that of scrub "nurse". May act as circulating "nurse" under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), who is immediately available to respond to emergencies.

Job Responsibilities

1. Functions as a scrub assistant.
   • Scrubs hands and arms, and dons gown and gloves.
   • Sets up operating room tray, arranging instruments, sponges, sutures, catheters, drains, and dressings.
   • Assists surgical team during surgery by passing and counting instruments and sponges, dressings, etc.
2. Functions as a circulating assistant (under direct supervision of RN).
   • Prepares Operating Room for surgery by obtaining necessary supplies and equipment.
   • Prepares patient for surgery in prescribed manner to provide a surgically sterile field.
   • Operates lights, tables, suction machines, cautery, etc., during surgery.
   • May assist Nurse in planning and labeling specimens obtained during surgery.
3. Assists in care of Operating Room after surgery by disposing of soiled linens, gloves, and debris; sterilizing instruments, etc., according to terminal technique.
4. Assists in the care and maintenance of instrumentation and equipment.
5. Performs a variety of related duties, such as transporting patients to and from Operating Room, maintaining appropriate records, etc.
6. Assists with routine Operating Room functions such as holding retractor(s).
7. Assists Nurse with orientation of new staff to scrub position.
8. Performs related duties, as required.

ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• AAS Degree in Operating Room Technology, preferred. Knowledge of surgical instruments and specialized equipment, required.
• Certification by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, required; must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.
• Successful completion from a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists, and holding and maintaining a certified surgical technologist (CST) credential administered by the NBSTSA, required. Alternatively, meeting one of the following:
• Completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the U.S. military or public health service;
• Evidence of employment as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for at least one year within the last four years;
• Service in the federal government performing duties related to surgical technology.
• Must be and remain in good standing with NYS regulations, required.

Additional Salary Details

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting and may be modified. Factors such as location, experience, education, credentials, and internal policies may influence the final salary or rate.