OR Surgical Tech
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist is a key member of the surgical team and serves as the primary scrub technologist during procedures. The role prepares, organizes, and manages surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment to support safe and efficient operations. It requires strict adherence to sterile techniques and continuous attention to preserving the integrity of the sterile field. This position is in the Operating Room at Unity Hospital in Rochester, New York. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with day and evening 10-hour shifts, totaling 40 hours per week. The role has heavy clinical physical requirements, including continual lifting of more than 50 pounds, pushing and pulling patients or equipment, and working in awkward or restrictive positions. It may involve extended or on-call shifts and exposure to infectious agents, biohazards, noise, and chemicals. The posted pay range is $28.05–$34.17. Individual rates may vary based on position details and FTE, experience, qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. The employer is Rochester Regional Health, an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following qualification pathways: graduate from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited Surgical Technology program and obtain certification through a nationally accredited credentialing organization within 12 months of graduation; graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing; qualify under the Grandfathering Clause by providing proof of at least one year of employment as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility between December 31, 2010, and December 31, 2014; or qualify under the Hard-to-Fill Clause by graduating from an accredited program and obtaining certification through a nationally accredited credentialing organization within 24 months of hire.
- For new graduates, an official transcript from an accredited school or a letter emailed directly from the school’s registrar confirming program completion is accepted upon graduation.
- Primary-source education verification is required within 90 days of the start date.
- Heavy clinical physical demands include continual lifting of more than 50 pounds, pushing and pulling patients or equipment, working in physically awkward or restrictive positions, and maintaining balance and coordination in confined, uneven, or emergent care settings.
- Must perform fine and gross motor tasks and have high sensory acuity to recognize patient cues and environmental alerts.
- The role involves significant emotional and cognitive demands, including urgent decision-making, managing distressed patients, and functioning effectively in high-pressure clinical situations.
- May be required to complete mask-fit testing and TB screening and participate in extended or on-call shifts.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a minimum of 15 Continuing Medical Education hours annually.
- Prepare and check instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Set up and maintain a sterile field using strict aseptic techniques.
- Assist with patient draping and ensure the surgical team is properly attired.
- Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon during procedures.
- Perform accurate sponge and sharp counts with the circulating nurse.
- Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization.
- Support specialty surgical services and stock operating-room rooms as needed.
- Prepare sterile dressings and assist with post-operative care.
- Help orient new staff and contribute to unit goals and objectives.
- May handle medications, sharps, and syringes on the sterile field.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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