Surgical Technologist - OR Main Campus

Memorial Sloan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in New York, NY is seeking Certified Surgical Technologists to support high-acuity surgical care in a collaborative operating room environment.

You will work closely with Registered Nurses and physicians to support unit and patient needs by performing essential technical and procedural activities, contributing to safe, efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• National NBSTSA certification required.
• BLS certification required by time of hire.
• Strong verbal communication and professionalism.
• Experience supporting complex operating room procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support unit and patient needs by performing essential technical and procedural activities.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and physicians in a high-acuity surgical environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Precision and safety

Adaptability in OR environments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Surgical Technology program

National NBSTSA certification

BLS certification

Job description

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.

Exciting opportunity at MSK:

We are seeking Certified Surgical Technologists to support complex, high-acuity surgical care in a collaborative operating room environment.

Role Overview

In this role, you will work in close collaboration withRegistered Nurses and physicians to support unit and patient needs by performing essential technical and procedural activities.

Key Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED or recognized secondary education credential)
• Graduate of anaccredited Surgical Technology program
• National certificationrequiredNBSTSA
• BLS certification required bythetime of hire
• Strong verbal communication skills and a high standard of professionalism and integrity
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex operating room procedures across multiple surgical services.

Core Skills

• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and focus while maintaining precision and safety in fast-paced surgical environments
• Builds positive working relationships and delivers a patient- and customer-focused experience
• Actively seeks opportunities for professional growth and skill development through formal and informal learning
• Approachable and comfortable working with diverse teams, patients, and families
• Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary partners to achieve shared clinical and operational goals

Additional Information:

• Location: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY
• Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts flexed between 7am-12am; Monday through Saturday, rotating weekends and holidays
• Reports To: Nurse Leader

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• Benefits

Pay Range: $39.13 - $60.67 FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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