Surgical Technologist-KP 5 OR-Evening Shift(37.5 hours)
$86,936–$114,327 year
On-siteManhattan, New York, United States
Job Summary
Scrub on all surgical procedures in the Operating Room and assist the physician in procedural areas under the direction of a licensed professional nurse. Anticipate and gather needed supplies, equipment prior to care based on procedure preference cards, and escalate outstanding needs with the RN Circulator. Provide on-call coverage proficiently, ensure specimens are appropriately identified and labeled in collaboration with the Registered nurse, and report unexpected events such as counts, specimens, or breaks in aseptic techniques to RN staff and leadership. Support quality and performance improvement programs by contributing to data collection, metrics, and projects including turnover times and time outs. Incorporate new practices into the plan of care, maintain knowledge of standards, and participate in the orientation of new staff to the scrub role intraoperatively.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- BLS Required (American Heart Association)
- Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program through NBSTSA
- Certification required upon hire
- Cert Surgical Technologist
- Basic Life Support Cert
- Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Desired Qualifications
- One-Two year experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a large complex Operating Room
- NYU Surgical Tech Program graduate
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