Hudson Regional Hospital·Bayonne, New Jersey
The surgical technician provides essential support to surgeons during procedures while maintaining strict aseptic technique and infection control standards. They are responsible for preparing the operating room, managing surgical equipment, and responding effectively to intra-operative emergencies.
Temporary Surgical Technician - 13 weeks
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Temporary Surgical Technician to join our surgical team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to surgeons and other medical personnel during surgical procedures. This role requires a strong understanding of aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The Temporary Surgical Technician will be directly accountable for preventing hospital-acquired infections, ensuring the operating room is properly prepared, and responding effectively to emergency situations.
Infection
Control: Directly accountable for preventing hospital-acquired infections related to hand-hygiene performance of self and staff.
Surgical
Assistance: Under direct supervision, assists the operating surgeon in the care of patients in surgery and performs assigned selected duties.
Surgical
Preparation: Prepares for surgery in an acceptable timeframe. Prioritizes workload and prepares for the specific operative procedure utilizing appropriate Preference Care/Case Cart Requisition.
Aseptic
Technique: Demonstrates acceptable standards of aseptic technique when scrubbed and a working knowledge of the surgical procedure, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment needed.
Emergency
Response: Responds appropriately to any unanticipated or emergency situation that may arise intra-operatively and assists with CPR of patient during cardiac arrest.
Equipment
Management: Utilizes equipment properly, according to manufacturer's recommendations and adhering to OR protocols. Ensures OR is stocked and ready for each case. Assures equipment is cleaned and maintained for use by the next staff member and/or patient.
Hazardous
Materials: Follows the hospital's policy and procedures on discarding contaminated and hazardous materials.
Compliance: Maintains established hospital policies, procedures, directives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards appropriate to this position.
Other
Duties: Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
4x10s + on call 80 hours
Market context
In New Jersey, surgical technologists are typically in steady demand because hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers need reliable operating room support across scheduled and urgent procedures. This role is competitive because employers often look for recent OR experience, current CST and BLS credentials, and graduation from an accredited surgical technology program. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certifications and recent case experience before applying.
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