Certified Surgical Technologist - Per Diem

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca•Ithaca, NY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Cayuga Health’s Certified Surgical Technologists play a key role on the interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive, compassionate care to the community. They practice at full scope and contribute to program development and care plans in a shared governance environment to enhance patient outcomes. This per-diem role is onsite at Surgicare, 10 Arrow Wood, with a schedule that varies as assigned. The position may involve 0%–5% travel.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited two-year Surgical Technology program (AAS) and eligible for certification within 12 months.
Frequent use of hands and fingers, such as operating a computer keyboard.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch as needed.
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
Ability to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

NBSTSA or NCCT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain operative care standards according to AORN guidelines.
Stock rooms, clean equipment, and prepare supplies based on surgeon and anesthesia needs.
Assist with patient positioning, surgical hand scrubs, counts, and Time Out procedures.
Identify and address safety hazards; follow universal precautions and infection control protocols.
Organize tasks to meet patient and unit needs, adapt to changes, and stay current with education and policies.
Contribute to program development and care plans in a shared governance environment.