About The Position

St. Joseph's Health (SJH) is a leader in cardiac care, performing over 1000 open heart procedures annually. They are expanding investments in robotic and minimally invasive valve and coronary-artery bypass surgeries. St. Joseph's is the only hospital in Central New York offering transcatheter aortic valve replacement for high-risk patients with aortic stenosis. Two of their surgeons are certified robotic cardiac surgery proctors who have trained surgeons and programs across the northeast. This position offers an opportunity to learn and be part of a leading team in CNY. Position Highlights: Recognized Leader: First Magnet Designated Hospital in Syracuse. Shared Governance: Unit practice council and open-door policy empower nurses. Advancement: Strong orientation, ACLS, Critical care and emergency room training, and generous tuition allowance are provided.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an approved medically based and/or certificate program in Surgical Technology
  • Minimum of 1-year experience in the hospital operating room setting.
  • Current BLS/CPR certification.
  • Demonstrates manual dexterity and ability to handle equipment and instruments.
  • Ability to work effectively in task-oriented situations.

Nice To Haves

  • Participates in orientation, annual competencies, continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge/skills related to specific areas of expertise as applicable, including but not limited to: Spine Surgery Program, Shoulder Surgery Program, Hip & Knee Replacement Program, Stroke, Wound Care.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Benefits

  • ACLS training
  • Critical care training
  • Emergency room training
  • Generous tuition allowance
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