Surgical Technologist: Elevate OR Care & Team Impact

Westchester Medical Center Health Network; Kingston (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center Health Network seeks a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team by preparing rooms, organizing instruments, and assisting surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses before, during, and after procedures.

The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling, accurate counts, patient safety, and collaboration across staff, with ongoing CQI participation and opportunities for certification and professional development.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and graduation from a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Understanding of aseptic technique and infection control; basic anatomy and medical terminology knowledge.
• New hires after Jan. 1, 2015 must obtain Certification within one year of graduation; 15 CEUs per year.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room with instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment for each procedure.
• Assists in patient positioning, prepping and draping for surgeries.
• Maintains sterile instrument table and ensures proper functioning of equipment.
• Performs intraoperative instrument handling and specimen care; supports team during surgery.
• Counts instruments and sponges; reports discrepancies and helps correct counts as needed.
• Collaborates with nursing staff and physicians to ensure safe patient care and cost-conscious supply use.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Infection control

Team collaboration

Anatomy & physiology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; Surgical Technology program graduate

Job description

Westchester Medical Center Health Network seeks a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team by preparing rooms, organizing instruments, and assisting surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses before, during, and after procedures.

The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling, accurate counts, patient safety, and collaboration across staff, with ongoing CQI participation and opportunities for certification and professional development.