The Surgical Technologist scrubs on surgical procedures and assists physicians in the Operating Room under the direction of a licensed nurse. They are responsible for maintaining aseptic techniques, managing surgical instruments, and ensuring accurate labeling of specimens.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program with current certification. A valid BLS certification from the American Heart Association is also required.
high schoolprofessional certificatePatient careQuality improvementSafety complianceBLS certificationInterdisciplinary collaborationAseptic techniqueInstrument maintenanceClinical documentationSurgical instrumentationSurgical technologyOperating room assistanceSpecimen labelingPhysician preference cardsOrthopedic sports medicine
Job description
NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation.
Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No.
1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S.
News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation.
NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida.
With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Surgical Technologist-LOC 10th FL OR-Evening Shift (37.5 Hours).
In this role, the successful candidate Under the direction of a licensed professional nurse can scrub on all surgical procedures in the Operating Room and assist the physician in procedural areas.
Job Responsibilities
Clinical
Takes initiative to make recommendations to leadership for new and updates for Physician preference cards timely and accurately for a patient/physician.
Utilizes patient procedure, position to determine the plan of care.
Anticipates and gathers needed supplies, equipment prior to provision of care based on procedure preference card and escalates outstanding needs with the RN Circulator.
Demonstrates knowledge of use, care and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
Under the supervision of the circulating RN, assists on procedures as a secondary circulator.
Reports unexpected events and outcomes to RN staff/leadership in a timely fashion, e.g., count, specimen, breaks in aseptic techniques within the surgical field.
Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department, and service line.
Contributes towards quality and performance improvement programs and unit/service specific metrics, data collection, and projects, e.g., turnover times, Ontime starts, Time Out, patient satisfaction, instrumentation, waste, sustainability, ACA/RCA, committee participation.
Participates in programs/activities to promote satisfaction of patient, families, staff, and other disciplines.
Incorporates new practices identified in patient care standards into plan of care.
Responds to changes in patient care and standards for patient care activities. Demonstrates awareness of JCAHO, DOH, and CARF, AST standards.
Communication
Interacts with respect and in a positive manner.
Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and promotes collegial relationships.
Gives a thorough report to RN Circulator, relief scrub person, leadership concerning count, equipment, instrumentation, or outcomes.
Demonstrates professional responsibilities and accountabilities as a team member.
Development
Accepts responsibilities and demonstrates accountability for own actions.
Seizes opportunity for learning experiences for oneself or to be shared with others.
Guides staff and students to use clinical resources to enhance knowledge.
Participates in the orientation of new and current staff to the scrub role intraoperatively.
Active participant in Clinical Preceptor program.
Participates in providing feedback as requested.
Engages in self-assessment and participates in activities to promote own professional growth and development, takes initiative to seek out new clinical experiences, and communicates to leadership.
Fulfills annual mandatory education program requirements. Obtains/Maintains Certification. Member of organization.
Accepts constructive criticism and seeks out ways for a positive change in behavior
Performs duties as assigned
Financial
Recognizes the importance of cost effectiveness in delivery of patient care.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent required. BLS Required (American Heart Association) Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program through NBSTSA. Certification required upon hire..
Required Licenses: Cert Surgical Technologist, Basic Life Support Cert
Preferred Qualifications
One-Two year experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a large complex Operating Room. NYU Surgical Tech Program graduate. Recent OR orthopedic sports medicine experience
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.
The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support.
Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters.
Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $86,936.43 - $114,327.36 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
