Surgical Technologist – Day Shift with Growth & Tuition

Ardent Health Services; Westwood (NJ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Westwood, NJ is seeking a day shift, full-time Surgical Technician (OR) to support the operating room team. The role involves assisting the surgeon in sterile field, performing scrub duties, and ensuring necessary supplies and equipment are ready.

The ideal candidate holds CST or NCCT certification, completes 15 hours CE annually, and has BLS certification within 14 days of hire. Prior CST experience preferred; hospital policies must be followed.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCCT certification.
• Annually complete 15 hours of continuing education to remain qualified.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Graduate of Surgical Technologist Program.
• Minimum of one year as a CST.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in the sterile field according to AORN Standards.
• Performs scrub duties in varied specialties/procedures.
• Ensures that the case has the necessary sterile supplies and equipment.
• Assists with circulating duties under the RN circulator.
• Ensure adherence to Hospital, State, and departmental policies.

Skills

Sterile technique

Scrub duties

Circulating duties

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NCCT

Job description

Ardent Health Services in Westwood, NJ is seeking a day shift, full-time Surgical Technician (OR) to support the operating room team. The role involves assisting the surgeon in sterile field, performing scrub duties, and ensuring necessary supplies and equipment are ready.

The ideal candidate holds CST or NCCT certification, completes 15 hours CE annually, and has BLS certification within 14 days of hire. Prior CST experience preferred; hospital policies must be followed.