Surgical Technologist: OR Scrub Specialist

Rochester General Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the Operating Room team in Rochester, NY. You will scrub, prepare instruments, maintain sterile technique, and assist surgeons during procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires setting up sterile fields, passing instruments, and collaborating with nurses and the rest of the surgical team. Shift options include 7a-3:30p, 3p-11:30p, 11p-7:30a with rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program and obtain certification through a nationally accredited credentialing organization within 12 months of graduation.
• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• May qualify under Grandfathering Clause by documenting at least one year of surgical technologist employment between 2010-12-31 and 2014-12-31.
• May qualify under Hard-to-Fill Clause by graduating from an accredited program and obtaining 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 procedures.
• Set up and maintain a sterile field, following aseptic techniques.
• Assist with patient draping and ensure proper attire for the surgical team.
• Pass instruments to the surgeon during procedures.
• Perform accurate sponge and sharps 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.

Education

CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program

Certification within 12 months of graduation

Licensed Practical Nurse degree

Job description

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the Operating Room team in Rochester, NY. You will scrub, prepare instruments, maintain sterile technique, and assist surgeons during procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires setting up sterile fields, passing instruments, and collaborating with nurses and the rest of the surgical team. Shift options include 7a-3:30p, 3p-11:30p, 11p-7:30a with rotating weekends.