Certified Surgical Technologist - Part Time
Part-time position with rotating shifts.
About the role
Our Operating Room Suite consists of 15 procedure rooms providing the capacity to perform 50–60 cases daily, with approximately 18,000 surgical procedures annually. Recently upgraded, we provide an aseptic environment and state-of-the-art instrumentation. The operating room is available to schedule inpatient and outpatient major, minor, and emergency surgical procedures 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position completes assistive tasks for the surgical team during all phases of procedural care, in support of the Main or Ambulatory Operating Room, Endoscopy, and CVMP department(s).
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 in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.
Position Summary: 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.
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, 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 with 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.
- Participates in orientation, annual competencies, continuing education, and updates and 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.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Demonstrates manual dexterity and ability to handle equipment and instruments.
- Ability to work effectively in task-oriented situations.
- Clinical setting with Exposure Class I.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lift a maximum of 50 pounds.
- Requires ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.
- Career Path: Level II upon certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists; Level III upon successful completion of additional performance criteria.
Reports to Registered Nurse/Coordinator/Manager. No supervisory responsibilities. Works with medical staff, patients, and employees.
Pay
- Hourly range: $28.50 – $39.40 (based on experience, skills, and education).
- $5,000 new-hire bonus.
- 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 also vary within the stated range based on location.