Operating Room Surgical Technician

NY United Health Services • Binghamton, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

United Health Services Binghamton General Hospital is seeking a part-time Operating Room Surgical Technician. Under general direction, the technician observes and practices sterile technique, maintains asepsis, anticipates and assists the surgeon, participates actively in patient care and safety, uses OR supplies conservatively, and works as a member of the OR staff. The position is in the Operating Room at UHS Binghamton General Hospital and is scheduled for 24 hours per week on the day shift. Compensation is $25.27–$37.90 per hour, depending on experience.

The role supports safe, efficient surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining the operative field, assisting the surgeon during procedures, handling instruments and specimens, and helping turn over the OR between cases. The technician also takes rotating call duty and may perform additional responsibilities as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet the NYS Surgical Technologist Certification Law, or have completed a Surgical Technologist program in the Armed Forces, or have completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technologist educational program and hold a nationally accredited Surgical Technologist credential.
• Obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Operating Room experience.
• Previous Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures and demonstrate expertise in surgical scrub technique.
• Adhere to principles of sterile technique preoperatively and intra-operatively.
• Assist the surgeon with gowning, gloving, draping, and passing instruments and other related items during procedures.
• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs for instruments, sutures, and equipment.
• Maintain an organized operative field by keeping instruments clean and in their proper place.
• Keep accurate sponge, tape, needle, dissector, and instrument counts.
• Prepare for cases by assembling supplies and equipment according to preference cards and identifying conflicts or problems.
• Care appropriately for instruments and supplies after each case.
• Help provide a safe surgical environment by identifying potential hazards and assisting the surgeon, RN, and assisting RN circulator with preoperative equipment checks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of potential equipment, chemical, or gas hazards in the Operating Room.
• Use experienced OR staff as a resource and act as a resource for new OR personnel.
• Assist with suturing, retracting, and suctioning under the surgeon’s direction.
• Handle and identify specimens according to policy.
• Expedite effective and efficient OR turnover between cases.
• Take rotating call duty.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24 or more hours per week.
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• PTO accrual beginning on the first day.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Up to $400 per year in wellness rewards.
• 24/7 EAP counseling.
• Virtual mental health support.
• Food pantry.
• PTO donation program.
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Access to more than 100,000 online courses.
• Leadership programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Clinical ladders.
• Internal mobility opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED