Certified Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular Operating Room

About the Role

Provides technical and clinical support to the perioperative team during a variety of surgical procedures. Performs duties as the primary scrub person by handling instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Anticipates the surgeon and procedural needs.

St. Joseph’s Health (SJH) is a leader in cardiac care, performing over 1,000 open heart procedures annually. The hospital is a pioneer in prevention, detection, and treatment of heart disease, offering advanced robotic and minimally invasive valve and coronary-artery bypass surgeries. SJH is the only hospital in Central New York to provide transcatheter aortic valve replacement for higher-risk patients with aortic stenosis. Two surgeons are certified robotic cardiac surgery proctors, training surgeons and programs across the Northeast, including the Cleveland Clinic.

Responsibilities

• Performs activities that support the surgeon and enhance the care delivered by the perioperative team.
• Performs sterilization and disinfection procedures according to policy and procedure.
• Supports the patient care activities of the perioperative care team.
• Adheres to safety standards within the service.
• Responsible for maintenance of supplies, instrumentation, and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Utilizes Material Safety Data Sheets within service.
• Maintains patient confidentiality as it relates to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
• Effectively educates the patient/family in specialty area.
• Participates in orienting and precepting other Surgical Technologists.
• Participates in staff and employee meetings.
• Participates in Performance Improvement:
  • Utilizes plan, do, check, and act methodology.
  • Identifies areas needing improvement.
  • Participates in planning and implementing change.
• Displays commitment to the hospital mission:
  • Demonstrates awareness of the role in customer service.
  • Demonstrates cost effectiveness.
  • Abides by established personnel policies related to risk management, infection control, fire/safety, and hazardous materials.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the National Patient Safety Goals.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved medically based and/or certificate program in Surgical Technology, or
• Graduate of an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and current licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of New York working under the direction and supervision of providers and registered nurses in the procedural setting.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity and ability to handle equipment and instruments.
• Ability to work effectively in task-oriented situations.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.

Specialized Programs

Participates in orientation, annual competencies, continuing education, and updates/maintains knowledge/skills related to specific areas of expertise, including but not limited to:

• Spine Surgery Program
• Shoulder Surgery Program
• Hip & Knee Replacement Program
• Stroke
• Wound Care

Work Environment

• Clinical setting with exposure classified as Class I.
• Work contact group includes medical staff, patients, and employees.
• Supervised by Registered Nurse Coordinator/Manager.

Career Path

• Level II upon certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists.
• Level III upon successful completion of additional performance criteria.

Pay

Pay range: $28.50 - $39.40 per hour. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may vary based on location.

Mission and Values

Mission Statement: We, St. Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision: To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values: In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing:

• Justice: Fostering right relationships to promote the common good.
• Reverence: Honoring the dignity of every person.
• Excellence: Expecting the best of ourselves and others.
• Integrity: Being faithful to who we say we are.

Commitment: Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.