Surgical Technologist L II

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Surgical Technologist L II to prepare the operating room, assist during surgeries, and maintain sterile techniques. The ideal candidate will hold a CST certification and have experience in a surgical setting. Join a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist credential is required.
• Completion of an accredited educational program for surgical technologists.
• Must complete 15 hours of continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile field for surgical procedures.
• Assist healthcare professionals during surgeries.
• Verify patient identity and surgical site.

Skills

Sterile technique

Patient positioning

Assisting during surgery

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Completion of an accredited surgical technology program

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterilizers

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NYC Health + Hospitals provided pay range

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Marketing Statement

Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

Purpose of Position:

• Prepares the operating room and sterile field for surgical procedures, including setting up surgical supplies, instruments and equipment using sterile technique and ensuring that surgical equipment is functioning properly and safely.
• Assists healthcare professionals in receiving, labelling and verifying sterile solutions and medications to be administered during surgery according to established protocol; may assist anesthesia personnel.
• Verifies patient’s identity, correct surgical site, and correct surgical procedure.
• Assists in moving and positioning patient for surgery; adheres to established safety guidelines.
• Engages in appropriate gowning and gloving procedures in perioperative setting.
• Assists healthcare professionals to perform non-invasive preparation of the skin’s surface; drapes patients for surgery.
• Assists surgeon throughout the operative procedure, including anticipating instrument needs. Responsible for handing instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeon; maintains accurate count of sponges, needles and instruments in perioperative setting.
• Assists in the surgeon’s provision of hemostasis during surgery.
• Holds retractor after placement by a healthcare professional during procedure.
• Maintains and monitors surgical asepsis during all surgical procedures according to established guidelines.
• Prepares and applies bandages and sterile and non-sterile dressings to incision site; may prepare suture material as directed by surgeon.
• May assist with transfer of patient to recovery room following surgery; provides nursing care as necessary and appropriate.
• Properly cares for, and handles specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
• May assist with the cleaning of the operating room and replenishment of supplies once procedure is complete.
• May operate sterilizers, lights, suction machines and electrosurgical units; may assist with diagnostic equipment.
• Participates in staff development activities as appropriate and required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed by surgeon and/or other appropriate personnel.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

• Holds and maintains a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or
• Successful completion of a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists or successful completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization other than the NBSTSA, such as the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
  
  

Special Note

Effective January 1, 2015, any employee who functions as a Surgical Technologist will be required to annually complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education in order to remain qualified to perform the functions of a Surgical Technologist at an NYC Health + Hospitals facility.

Department Preferences

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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