Surgical Technologist - Cardiac Surgery

Prime Healthcare; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 41,767 - 59,486; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is hiring an Operating Room Tech at Saint Michael's Medical Center in Newark, New Jersey. The position involves preparing sterile supplies, maintaining the sterile field during procedures, and assisting surgeons. Candidates must be a cardiac surgical technician with experience in open heart surgery and hold a current BLS certification.

This full-time role offers competitive compensation of $36.75 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Join our team to make a difference in the community!

Qualifications

• Must be a cardiac surgical technician with experience in open heart surgery.
• Experience in scrubbing minor and major procedures in surgical specialties.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile supplies and instruments for assigned procedures.
• Maintain sterile field during case.
• Provide surgeon with sterile supplies during procedures.

Skills

Cardiac surgical technician

Experience in open heart surgery

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ORT training program

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state‑of‑the‑art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading‑edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top‑quality health care services delivered with compassionate care.

The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open‑heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at www.smmcnj.com.

Responsibilities

The Operating Room Tech is responsible for the preparation of sterile supplies and instruments for each assigned procedure, maintaining sterile field during case and providing surgeon with sterile supplies and instruments during assigned procedures.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Must be a cardiac surgical technician with experience in open heart surgery.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for new hires effective April 2014.
• Graduate of an ORT training program or on the job training with a minimum of 3 years experience (surgical setting preferred).
• Experience in scrubbing minor and major procedures in the generalized surgical specialties, (i.e., GYN, General and Plastics).
• Experience in scrubbing at least minor procedures in the specialty surgical areas (i.e., ortho, neuro, ENT, Uro. Etc.).
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Saint Michaels Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full‑time or part‑time. The current compensation range for this role is $36.75. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf