Surgical Technologist Level II

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality surgical care. As a Surgical Technologist, you will play a crucial role in the operating room, ensuring the safety and efficiency of surgical procedures. Your responsibilities will include preparing the surgical environment, assisting healthcare professionals, and maintaining sterile practices. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic team while contributing to patient care and safety. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College Tuition Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a CST credential or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Continuing education of 15 hours annually is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room and sterile field for surgical procedures.
• Assist in patient positioning and maintain surgical asepsis.
• Handle instruments and assist surgeon during procedures.

Skills

Sterile Technique

Patient Care

Surgical Procedures Assistance

Instrument Handling

Communication Skills

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Nationally Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Sterilizers

Electrosurgical Units

Job description

Elmhurst Hospital Center (EHC) is the major tertiary care provider in the borough of Queens. The hospital is comprised of 545 beds and is a Level I Trauma Center, an Emergency Heart Care Station and a 911 Receiving Hospital. It is the premiere health care organization for key areas such as Surgery, Cardiology, Women's Health, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Medicine, Renal and Mental Health 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

Under direct supervision by a Registered Professional Nurse, surgeon, or other healthcare professional, serves as part of a medical team providing surgical care to patients, facilitates the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. 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 functional properly and safely.

2. Assists healthcare professionals in receiving, labeling and verifying sterile solutions and medications to be administered during surgery according to established protocol; may assist anesthesia personnel.

3. Verifies patients' identity, correct surgical site, and correct surgical procedure.

4. Assists in moving and positioning patient for surgery, adheres to established safety guidelines.

5. Engages in appropriate gowning and gloving procedures in perioperative setting.

6. Assists healthcare professionals to perform non-invasive preparation of the skin's surface, drapes patients for surgery.

7. 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.

8. Assists in the surgeon's provision of hemostasis during surgery.

9. Holds retractor after placement by a healthcare professional during procedure.

10. Maintains and motions surgical asepsis during all surgical procedures according to established guidelines.

11. Prepares and applies bandages and sterile and non-sterile dressings to incision site; may prepare suture material as directed by surgeon.

12. May assist with transfer of patient to recovery room following surgery; provides nursing care as necessary and appropriate.

13. Properly cares for and handles specimens taken for laboratory analysis.

14. May assist with the cleaning of the operating room and replenishment of supplies once procedure is complete.

15. May operate sterilizers, lights suction machines and electrosurgical units; may assist with diagnostic equipment.

16. Participates in staff development activities as appropriate and required.

17. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed by surgeon and/or other appropriate personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

1.Holds and maintains a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA): or

2. Successful completion of a nationally accredited educational programs 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 hold 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 f

How To Apply

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities