Surgical Technologist Outpatient - Part Time - Day

White Plains Hospital•Town/Village of Harrison, NY

10d•$38 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, or Registered Professional Nurse, the Surgical Technologist – Outpatient handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment needed during ambulatory surgical procedures. The role requires understanding the procedures being performed, anticipating surgeons’ needs, supporting quality patient care, and maintaining sterile technique throughout operative procedures. The position is part-time and scheduled for day shifts Monday through Friday, 7 AM–3 PM, for 45 hours per pay period. It is based in White Plains, New York, in the Ambulatory Surgery 226 Center. The listed pay range is $37.6032–$56.4048; the hiring rate may be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education, or other relevant factors.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Meet the applicable New York surgical technologist qualification route: graduate from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program and hold and maintain Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification; have completed a military surgical technology program; qualify under the stated grandfathering provisions; or perform duties related to service in the federal government.
CST certification from a nationally accredited Surgical Technologist credentialing organization is required, subject to the stated 12-month grace period for recent graduates of a nationally accredited program.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required; employees hired on or after April 1, 2017, must obtain it within six months of hire.
Excellent communication skills.
Promotes teamwork.
Adaptability.
Strong problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills.
Stress tolerance.
May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks; hazardous chemicals are listed in the hospital SDS database.
Physically able to frequently transport objects weighing more than 50 pounds and lift patients of all weights with a minimum of one assist or an assistive device.
Able to perform difficult manipulations and demonstrate arm-hand steadiness and hand-eye coordination.
Able to remain stationary, including standing, for prolonged periods exceeding 60 minutes frequently and meet regulatory requirements 100% of the time.
Able to concentrate on fine detail despite interruptions and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time.
Able to understand theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks during a workday.
Able to detect objects both closely and far away, and hear normal sounds with some background noise.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand and adhere to WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.
Perform essential functions and responsibilities under New York Public Health Law 2824 concerning surgical technology and surgical technologists.
Perform nursing procedures in accordance with WPH policy.
Check supplies and equipment before surgical procedures.
Perform an aseptic hand scrub, set up, count, and assist intra-operatively.
Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique.
Assist the surgeon and RN with post-procedure care.
Handle specimens appropriately.
Prepare instruments for decontamination by wiping down gross bioburden and using enzymatic sprays.
Assist with preparing and picking OR cases.
Follow WPH policies and procedures for infection control and fire code.
Identify malfunctioning equipment appropriately.
Follow patient safety standards and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Complete competency requirements and attend all mandatory education and in-services.
Use cost-containment practices.
Complete 15 hours of continuing education credits as required by New York State law.
Perform other related duties as assigned.