Surgical Technologist II: OR Prep & Instrument Support

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals Lincoln Medical Center in the Bronx is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. Under supervision, you will support surgeons and nursing staff in delivering safe, sterile, high-quality perioperative care.

You will set up sterile fields, pass instruments, assist with patient positioning, ensure asepsis, and help with specimen handling and intraoperative tasks. Experience in a fast-paced OR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NBSTSA credential required.
• Graduated from an accredited surgical technology program.
• Annual continuing education: 15 hours to remain qualified.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room and sterile field for procedures using sterile technique.
• Assists in receiving, labeling and verifying sterile solutions and medications during surgery.
• Verifies patient identity, surgical site, and procedure.
• Assists in moving and positioning patient for surgery.
• Maintains sterile asepsis and handles specimens appropriately.
• Assists in handing instruments and supplies to surgeon; keeps accurate counts.
• Supports surgeon’s hemostasis and uses surgical equipment as directed.
• Cares for wound dressings and prepares suture material as directed.
• May transfer patient to recovery and provide nursing care as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by surgeon and staff.

Skills

CST credential

NBSTSA credential

Education

Accredited surgical technology program

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals Lincoln Medical Center in the Bronx is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. Under supervision, you will support surgeons and nursing staff in delivering safe, sterile, high-quality perioperative care.

You will set up sterile fields, pass instruments, assist with patient positioning, ensure asepsis, and help with specimen handling and intraoperative tasks. Experience in a fast-paced OR is preferred.