Surgical Tech, Tully Health Center

Stamford Health • Stamford, CT

2d • $30 - $49

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of an RN, the Surgical Tech assists the surgical team as the primary scrub person, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. The role provides safe patient care by verifying patient identification and ensuring the necessary instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and implants are present. The Surgical Tech follows aseptic practices to protect patients, minimize wound contamination, and reduce the risk of surgical site infection.

The position requires problem-solving in relation to procedures, appropriate responses to emergencies or changes in procedure, attention to detail, and anticipating the surgeon’s needs. It also assumes responsibility for accurate sponge, sharp, and instrument counts; correct medication labeling on the sterile field; and proper handling and labeling of specimens. Cross-training and rotation to other clinical areas in Perioperative Services may be required.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, day shift, either 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Meet at least one of the Connecticut regulatory pathways for performing surgical technology services: complete a nationally accredited surgical technology program and obtain and maintain certification within six months of hire; or complete an accredited program and obtain certification within 18 months of program completion or six months of hire, whichever applies under the stated requirements; or have performed surgical technology services in a health care facility on or before October 1, 2023, with prior experience documented by the employing facility; or complete a surgical technology training program in the U.S. armed forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service; or be designated competent by the health care facility based on specialized training or specific experience.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team under the direct supervision of an RN as the primary scrub person, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures.
• Verify patient identification and ensure necessary instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and implants are present.
• Adhere to aseptic practices to protect patients, minimize wound contamination, and reduce surgical site infection risk.
• Problem-solve in relation to procedures and respond appropriately to emergencies or changes in procedure.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and anticipate the surgeon’s needs during surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate sponge, sharp, and instrument counts; correctly label medications on the sterile field; and properly handle and label specimens.
• Cross-train and rotate to other clinical areas in Perioperative Services as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed