Surgical Technologist- FT Days

Northwell Health; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vassar Brothers Medical Center is seeking a Scrub Nurse to assist with surgical care for a diverse patient population. You will function in the scrub role, supporting the nursing team during perioperative procedures and ensuring sterile technique.

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, 1 year of OR experience, and certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST). This is an on-site position with standard perioperative duties and patient safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: One year of previous medical/surgical and/or Operating Room experience.
• License: CST required through NBSTSA.

Responsibilities

• Scrub nurse in assisting with nursing care activities and surgical services.
• Maintain sterile technique and assist in patient care during surgeries.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job description

Job Summary:

Assumes responsibility and accountability for functioning as the scrub nurse in assisting with the nursing care activities and surgical services provided to a specific group of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Hospital Administration. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to the age of the patient served on the nursing unit or by patient care department.

Description

Job Summary:

Assumes responsibility and accountability for functioning as the scrub nurse in assisting with the nursing care activities and surgical services provided to a specific group of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Hospital Administration. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to the age of the patient served on the nursing unit or by patient care department.

Job Qualifications:

Education: Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: One year of previous medical/surgical and/or Operating Room experience.

License: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required through a nationally accredited educational program, such as National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical

Assisting (NBSTSA).

Hourly: $37.65-$51.11

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Org Unit: 1468

Department: Perioperative - VASC

Exempt: No