Certified Surgical Technician- 2nd Floor Operating Room - Mount Sinai New York Eye and Ear - Full-Time - 11AM-7PM ( M-F)
About The Position
The Certified Surgical Technician has knowledge and expertise in operating room technology and assists with routine and delegated functions under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse or Physician. The role supports surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining sterile instruments, supplies, equipment, and the operating room; assisting the surgical team; protecting and observing patients; and following established policies and procedures. The position is full-time at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, on the second-floor operating room, with a schedule of 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Graduation from a Certified CST Training Program.
- Certification in Operating Room Technology.
- Prefer experience in an operating room setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an operating room setting.
Responsibilities
- Apply principles and practices of asepsis, including surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving.
- Set up sterile instrument tables and prepare supplies for the procedure; assist with patient and operative-area draping.
- Anticipate and provide the surgeon with instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies; observe the patient and remain prepared for emergencies.
- Maintain and monitor aseptic technique, identify contamination, and take corrective measures.
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments with the circulating nurse; report discrepancies and accurately complete operative counts and related records.
- Assist with specimen care, handling, storage, and disposition according to policy.
- Assist with dressings, drainage systems, patient movement, and transfer to recovery as directed.
- Decontaminate equipment, instruments, and reusable supplies; clean the operating room and prepare it for the next procedure.
- Assist the Registered Professional Nurse with circulating functions according to established guidelines.
- Assemble supplies and provide special equipment before, during, and after procedures as needed.
- Position and protect patients, adjust the operating table and accessories, and maintain a safe aseptic environment.
- Observe personnel in the room, control traffic, and promptly report and correct breaks in aseptic technique.
- Assist the nurse in preparing medications or solutions for administration during surgery; retain medication vials or ampules until the patient leaves the room and announce medication details aloud.
- Serve as a professional role model and preceptor for students and newly hired or incumbent staff.
- Maintain accountability under institutional and regulatory policies and procedures, clinical competence, and professional development.
- Perform scrub and sterile instrument duties according to established guidelines.
- Do not dispense narcotics or controlled drugs; assist with operational needs, including patient transportation as directed and care and storage of instruments and special equipment.
- Help maintain current-date quotas for sterile supplies and equipment and keep operating rooms, sterile storage areas, equipment, closets, and cabinets in good order.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
