Part Time Surgical Technologist-KP 5 OR-Day Shift (28.50 Hours)

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

7d • $46 - $61

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is seeking a part-time Surgical Technologist for the KP 5 Operating Room on the day shift, working 28.5 hours. Under the direction of a licensed professional nurse, the successful candidate scrubs on surgical procedures in the Operating Room and assists physicians in procedural areas.

The role supports safe, effective patient care through preparation for procedures, instrument and equipment management, specimen handling, communication with the surgical team, and participation in quality, safety, and performance-improvement activities. The technologist also contributes to staff orientation and development, maintains required education and certification, and considers cost effectiveness in patient-care delivery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program through NBSTSA.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a large, complex Operating Room.
• Graduate of the NYU Surgical Tech Program.

Responsibilities

• Scrub on surgical procedures in the Operating Room and assist physicians in procedural areas under the direction of a licensed professional nurse.
• Recommend timely and accurate updates to physician preference cards.
• Use the patient’s procedure and position to determine the plan of care.
• Anticipate and gather required supplies and equipment before care, using the procedure preference card, and escalate outstanding needs to the RN Circulator.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the use, care, and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
• Assist with procedures as a secondary circulator under the supervision of the circulating RN.
• Report unexpected events and outcomes promptly to RN staff or leadership, including count or specimen issues and breaks in aseptic technique.
• Provide on-call coverage where applicable.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to ensure specimens are properly identified and labeled.
• Support institutional, departmental, and service-line mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives.
• Contribute to quality and performance-improvement programs, unit or service metrics, data collection, and projects, including turnover times, on-time starts, time-outs, patient satisfaction, instrumentation, waste, sustainability, ACA/RCA, and committee participation.
• Participate in activities promoting satisfaction among patients, families, staff, and other disciplines.
• Incorporate new practices identified in patient-care standards into the plan of care and respond to changes in care and standards.
• Demonstrate awareness of JCAHO, DOH, CARF, and AST standards.
• Interact respectfully and positively, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and promote collegial relationships.
• Give thorough reports to the RN Circulator, relief scrub person, and leadership concerning counts, equipment, instrumentation, and outcomes.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability as a team member; accept responsibility for own actions and perform other duties as assigned.
• Use resources to meet learning needs, pursue learning experiences, and guide staff and students in using clinical resources.
• Participate in orientation of new and current staff to the intraoperative scrub role and in the Clinical Preceptor program.
• Provide feedback when requested, engage in self-assessment, and pursue professional growth and new clinical experiences.
• Complete annual mandatory education requirements and obtain or maintain certification and organizational membership.
• Accept constructive criticism and seek positive changes in behavior.
• Recognize the importance of cost effectiveness in delivering patient care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

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