Surgical Technologist II- Operating Room

Partner's Healthcare; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking an experienced surgical technologist to assist in the operating room during 36-hour rotating shifts. You will help set up the OR, prepare patients, pass instruments, and ensure sterile technique under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with 2–3 years of acute care experience; CST or CSFA credentials are preferred, and NH license is welcomed for applicable roles.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting is required (2–3 years).
• Licenses: CSFA or CST preferred; NH license preferred for applicable roles.

Responsibilities

• Participates in time-out procedures.
• Sets up equipment independently and prepares patients for surgery.
• Passes instruments and supplies to surgeons and assistants.
• Assists in counting sponges, needles and supplies.
• Monitors OR conditions and maintains sterile technique.
• Supports the Patient Care Team during procedures.

Skills

Sterile technique

Operating room

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley HospitalMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

36hr Rotating 3x12hr shiftsSummaryUnder supervision, assists in operations. May help set up the operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.Does this position require Patient Care?Yes

Essential Functions

• Participates in time-out procedures.
• Attainment of extra supplies and equipment as needed.
• Sets up equipment independently.
• Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team.
• Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
• Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.

Qualifications Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?No

Licenses and Credentials

• Certified Surgical First Assistant [CSFA (NBSTSA)] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred
• Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred
• Medical Technician [New Hampshire License] - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred

Experience

• Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting 2-3 years required and Four (4) years experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting; committee and leadership experience 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
• Ability to multitask, can work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type OnsiteWork Location 2014 Washington StreetScheduled Weekly Hours 36Employee Type RegularWork Shift Rotating (United States of America)Pay Range $29.81 - $45.36/HourlyGrade 5

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