Surgical Technician
$65,333–$79,914 year
On-siteUnion City, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Prepare the operating room for cesarean sections and other OB/GYN procedures by setting up surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and necessary supplies. Scrub in and maintain aseptic technique while anticipating team needs to pass instruments, sutures, and supplies. Assist with patient positioning, draping, and specimen care, then decontaminate and restock instruments post-procedure. Perform counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments with the RN before, during, and after surgery. Support emergency situations including stat cesarean sections, postpartum hemorrhage, and neonatal resuscitation. Assist with general patient care tasks such as vital signs, transport, and hygiene. Work night shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am with alternating weekends. Maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) and hold Basic Life Support/CPR certification. Participate in quality improvement activities and attend required trainings.
Required Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Completion of an Surgical Technician training program
- Certification by the Association of Surgery Technologists as a Surgical Technologist CST, NBSTSA
- Basic Life Support /CPR certification through American Heart Association
- 7:00 pm – 7:00 am shift
- Alternating Weekends
- Full Time employment
- 36 Weekly Standard Hours
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a surgical setting
- Labor and delivery experience
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