Surgical Technologist - OR Precision & Team Support

Rochester Regional Health; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Technologist at Newark Hospital, Newark, NY, will serve as the primary scrub technologist in the operating room, preparing, organizing, and managing instruments and supplies to ensure safe, efficient procedures. Adherence to sterile technique and maintaining the sterile field are essential throughout each operation.

This role requires completing CAAHEP/ABHES Surgical Technology certification within 12 months of graduation and may involve nursing qualifications or grandfathering

Qualifications

• Graduate from CAAHEP/ABHES Surgical Technology program and obtain certification within 12 months of graduation.
• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Qualify under the Grandfathering Clause with at least one year of surgical technologist employment between 2010 and 2014.
• Qualify under the Hard-to-Fill Clause by completing certification within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a minimum of 15 Continuing Medical Education hours annually.
• Prepare and check instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Set up and maintain a sterile field, following strict aseptic techniques.
• Assist with patient draping and ensure the surgical team is properly attired.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon during procedures.
• Perform accurate sponge and sharp counts with the circulating nurse.
• Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Support specialty surgical services and stock OR rooms as needed.
• Prepare sterile dressings and assist with post-operative care.
• Help orient new staff and contribute to unit goals and objectives.
• May handle medications, sharps, and syringes on the sterile field.

Skills

Sterile technique

Instrument handling

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES Surgical Technology program

Practical Nursing degree

Job description

The Surgical Technologist at Newark Hospital, Newark, NY, will serve as the primary scrub technologist in the operating room, preparing, organizing, and managing instruments and supplies to ensure safe, efficient procedures. Adherence to sterile technique and maintaining the sterile field are essential throughout each operation.

This role requires completing CAAHEP/ABHES Surgical Technology certification within 12 months of graduation and may involve nursing qualifications or grandfathering