Surgical Technologist Orthopedic Surgery Days - LOH

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

8d • $90,414 - $118,900 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is a specialty hospital focused on orthopedic and rheumatologic care, including advanced orthopedic programs and pediatric orthopedics. The Surgical Technologist works under the direction of a licensed professional nurse, scrubs for surgical procedures in the Operating Room, and assists physicians in procedural areas. The role supports safe and effective patient care, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and contributes to quality improvement, staff development, and cost-effective care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program through NBSTSA.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist required upon hire.
• 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 for 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 supplies and equipment based on procedure preference cards, and communicate 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 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 appropriately identified and labeled.
• Support the institution’s, department’s, and service line’s mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives.
• Contribute to quality and performance improvement programs, service-specific metrics, data collection, and projects.
• Participate in activities that promote satisfaction among patients, families, staff, and other disciplines.
• Incorporate new patient-care practices and respond to changes in care standards.
• Demonstrate awareness of JCAHO, DOH, CARF, and AST standards.
• Communicate respectfully and positively, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and promote collegial relationships.
• Give thorough reports to the RN Circulator, relief scrub person, and leadership about counts, equipment, instrumentation, and outcomes.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability as a team member.
• Accept responsibility for and demonstrate accountability for personal actions; use resources to meet learning needs and pursue learning opportunities.
• Guide staff and students in using clinical resources and participate in orienting staff to the scrub role intraoperatively.
• Participate in the Clinical Preceptor program, provide feedback when requested, and engage in self-assessment and professional development.
• Complete annual mandatory education requirements and obtain or maintain certification and organizational membership.
• Accept constructive criticism and seek positive changes in behavior.
• Perform duties as assigned.
• Recognize the importance of cost effectiveness in patient care delivery.

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: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED