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, while maintaining strict sterile technique and preserving the integrity of the sterile field. This position is in the Operating Room at 1425 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The schedule rotates Monday through Friday across 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m., and 11:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. Shifts may be 8, 10, or 12 hours depending on unit needs. The position includes two weekend working shifts per month and on-call coverage. Weekend on-call hours are Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; specialty services have 24/7 weekday and weekend on-call coverage. The role requires ongoing continuing medical education and may involve handling medications, sharps, and syringes on the sterile field. It is classified as a heavy clinical role, with frequent physical demands and exposure to clinical and environmental hazards.
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 by the school registrar confirming program completion is accepted upon graduation.
- Primary-source education verification is required within 90 days of the start date.
- Maintain the ability to perform heavy clinical work, including continual lifting of more than 50 pounds, pushing and pulling patients or equipment, and working in physically awkward or restrictive positions.
- Maintain balance and coordination in confined, uneven, or emergent care settings while performing fine and gross motor tasks.
- Have the sensory acuity needed to recognize patient cues and environmental alerts, and the emotional and cognitive capacity to make urgent decisions and function 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, following 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 OR 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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