Surgical Technologist I — OR Team Support

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The SUNY Upstate Medical University invites applications for a Surgical Technologist. The role supports the OR team, assists with procedures, and ensures sterile technique while coordinating patient transport and communication.

Full-time position with rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends as needed; includes on-call responsibilities. The department values professional development and collaboration in a safe, teaching-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible for certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) through a formal certificate or degree in Surgical Technology, or meet AST experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team with procedures and describe anatomy/steps for surgeries.
• Maintain sterile technique and a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with OR team and transport patients as needed.
• Support mentoring and teaching within the department.

Skills

Sterile technique

Anatomy knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Surgical Technology certificate or degree

Job description

The SUNY Upstate Medical University invites applications for a Surgical Technologist. The role supports the OR team, assists with procedures, and ensures sterile technique while coordinating patient transport and communication.

Full-time position with rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends as needed; includes on-call responsibilities. The department values professional development and collaboration in a safe, teaching-oriented environment.