Surgical Technologist I - Plastic Reconstructive - Per Diem Days (7am-3:30pm)

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Surgical Technologist I to assist the surgical team, prepare sterile instruments, and support patient care in the operating room. Under RN supervision, you will follow aseptic techniques and contribute to efficient OR workflow.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, 0–2 years of experience, and certification or eligibility by the AST. Strong communication and computer skills are essential; candidates must be prepared to lift and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 0–2 years of experience as a surgical technologist advisable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Clean and handle instruments following standard policies.
• Assist in setting up OR and maintain sterile field.
• Adhere to infection control, PPE, and aseptic techniques.
• Maintain instrument counts and assist the surgical team as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in team briefings/debriefings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Proficient computer skills

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

AST credential or eligible

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Surgical Technologist (ST) I at Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) performs assigned duties under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). Demonstrates positive behavior and the ability to implement a plan of care. Duties require detailed knowledge of surgical instruments and prescribed procedures to provide surgeons with the appropriate sterile instruments and supplies throughout the course of surgery.

The Surgical Technologist I is responsible for cleaning and handling instruments following standard policies while maintaining updated record.

A day in the life of a Surgical Technologist I at Hackensack Meridian Health can be described as follows

• Follows policy in standardization of set-ups and utilization of surgeon preference and assumes responsibility for the care and proper handling of instruments by neatly organizing all instrumentation before returning to the decontamination room and returning all clean supplies to designated areas.
• Adheres to environment of care procedures related to safety, security, and emergency preparedness.
• Observes standards regarding infection control, proper PPE and Operating Room (OR) attire, Universal Precautions, and hazardous materials. (i.e., Right to Know guidelines, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, and all state and federal regulations).
• Completes annual mandatory training and attends staff meetings.
• Supports all policies and procedures of the hospital as they pertain to their area of function.
• Maintains confidentiality of information, including all patient information, financial and business records, and personal information.
• Demonstrates competence in assisting the surgical team by following Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) recommendations for scrubbing, gowning, gloving, prepping, draping, and observing for contamination and/or breaks in techniques. Has a very good knowledge of aseptic techniques and maintaining a sterile field.
• Helps with the setup of the operating room before surgery and cleans up when the procedure is completed.
• Remains alert during the procedures and demonstrates an ability to handle unexpected situations. Appropriately handles emergencies and knows responsibilities.
• Maintains count of sponges, needles, and instruments, and administers and labels medications all according to established policy.
• Actively participates in briefing, timeout, and de-briefing.
• Handles specimens according to OR Policy and Procedures.
• Controls contamination and provides for decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and sanitation of instruments and equipment.
• Removes used equipment and properly disposes of contaminated needles and syringes at the end of procedures.
• Participates in team conferences to plan care and evaluate the effectiveness of patient care and assists the circulator in revising the plan of care.
• Maintains ST skills proficiency in accordance with departmental standards
• Can be available to respond to the hospital within 30 minutes when taking on-call responsibilities as assigned.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 50 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 400 lbs., and stands a minimum of the length of the shift.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum 0-2 years of experience as a surgical technologist.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Professional certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) unless exempt per the New Jersey Surgical Technology Certification Law in effect since December 21, 2011, by meeting at least one of the following
• Holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical

Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor, or other nationally recognized credentialing organization (i.e., CST Certified Surgical Technologist);

• b) OR has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (as documented by the Department of Defense Form 2586 (DD-2586) or Form DD-214);
• OR provides evidence that the person was employed to practice surgical technology in a healthcare facility on

the effective date of this act (December 21, 2011).

• OR in the service of the federal government, performing surgical technology duties related to that service (as documented by the Department of Defense Form 2586 (DD-2586) or Form DD-214).
• BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Regular contact with HMH personnel, vendors, and visitors throughout the hospital.

Minimum rate of $37.17 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to

Labor Market Data Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience Years of relevant work experience.

Education and Certifications Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

Skills Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

Budget and Grant Funding Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.