Certified Surgical Technician- 4th floor Operating Room - Mount Sinai New York Eye and Ear - 11AM-7PM- Full-Time

About the role

The Certified Surgical Technician has knowledge and expertise in operating room technology, and is responsible for assisting in the performance of routine and delegated functions under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse or Physician.

Responsibilities

• Applies principles and practices of asepsis; performs surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving procedure.
• Sets up sterile instrument table and prepares supplies according to type of operation.
• Affixes patient and operative area according to need.
• Aids in draping of surgeon for instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies according to knowledge of procedural requirements and constant monitoring of progress.
• Observes patient and is prepared for emergencies.
• Maintains correct count of sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse and report correctness of discrepancies according to established policy and procedure.
• Maintains and monitors aseptic technique at all times and institute corrective measures in the event of contamination.
• Aids in care, handling and disposition of specimen according to policy.
• Aids in application of dressings, and in securing drainage systems.
• Aids in moving patient to appropriate receptacle, decontaminate all equipment, instruments, and reusable supplies and clean room as prescribed.
• Aids the Registered Professional Nurse in performing circulating functions according to established guidelines.
• Assembles all necessary supplies according to requirements of the patient and surgical procedure.
• Provides special equipment before, during, and after surgical procedure, as needed.
• Positions patient, adjusts table and accessories, as required for procedure.
• Prepares operative area and assists in draping as directed.
• Aids scrub in maintenance of correct sponge, needle and instrument counts and reports discrepancies to the surgical team and charge nurse.
• Completes operative count, and related records accurately and legibly.
• Observes personnel in the room constantly, control traffic, report and correct breaks in aseptic technique promptly.
• Maintains and cares for all specimens as directed to prevent loss or damage.
• Aids in application of dressing, moving of patient and transfer to recovery room as directed.
• Aids in room clean-up and make preparations for next procedure.
• Aids nurse in preparing medications or solutions to be administered during surgery.
• Saves all medication vials and/or ampules until patient leaves the room. Announces in an audible voice the name, concentration, amount and route of administration of the medication.
• Functions as a professional role model inclusive of acting as a preceptor for students, hiring newly hired staff, and incumbent staff.
• Demonstrates accountability for our practice based on institutional/regulatory agency policies/procedures.
• Maintains clinical competence and is responsible for own professional development.
• Performs scrub and sterile instrument duties per established guidelines.
• Does not dispense narcotics or control drugs under any circumstances.
• Registered Professional Nurse dispenses these drugs to the physician.
• Performs functions to assist in meeting operational needs:
• Assists in transportation of patients to and from the surgical suite as directed.
• Participates in the care and storage of instruments/special equipment in the operating rooms.
• Assists in the maintenance of quotas of current dates for sterile supplies and equipment in the operating rooms and storage areas.
• Assists in keeping operating room and sterile storage areas and equipment in good order.
• Assists in care of storage closets and cabinets.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Graduation from Certified CST Training Program.
• Prior experience in operating room setting preferred.
• NBSTSA Certification in Operating Room Technology required.
• Required to have surgical technician experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of asepsis and surgical procedures.
• Ability to perform sterile instrument duties.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain aseptic technique.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and record-keeping.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided upon employment.

Pay

$44.2387 - $59.5606 Hourly.

Schedule

Details about schedule will be provided upon employment.

Employer Description

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally.