Cayuga Health System·City of Ithaca, New York
Provide technical and clinical support to the perioperative team by acting as the primary scrub person. Responsibilities include preparing surgical supplies, handling instrumentation, and maintaining operative care standards according to AORN guidelines.
[https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1767203/CH_Lgo_Web_BlueText_Logo.jpg?w=200]
Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.
A Surgical Tech Trainee will learn the role of a Surgical Technologist on the job with provided education and clinical experience.
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.
Must be able to complete the didactic program provided within 8 months.
Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, and a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org [chstalentacquisition@cayugahealth.org].
I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.
I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review.
If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks.
Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law.
I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law.
I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.
I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.
Market context
In New York, allied health employers commonly look for radiologic technologists with ARRT certification and a New York State license or temporary permit, and experience is often preferred. These roles can be competitive because facilities want candidates who can start safely and work efficiently in fast-paced imaging settings. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your certification timeline and license status match the posting.
