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Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist

CompanyNorthwell Health
LocationFlushing, NY, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelJunior, Mid Level

Requirements

  • Hold and maintain a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
  • Completion of an appropriate training program for Surgical Technologists in the military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard) or service in the federal government with relevant experience.
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations, and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a surgical team and adhere to all safety and procedural guidelines.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development, including completing 15 hours of continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the operating room and sterile field for surgical procedures by setting up surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment using sterile techniques.
  • Assist healthcare professionals in receiving, labeling, and verifying sterile solutions and medications as per established protocols, including support for anesthesia personnel.
  • Verify patient identity, correct surgical site, and procedure prior to the commencement of surgery.
  • Assist in moving and positioning patients for surgery while adhering to established safety guidelines.
  • Engage in proper gowning and gloving procedures in a perioperative setting.
  • Assist healthcare professionals with non-invasive skin preparation and draping patients for surgery.
  • Anticipate the surgeon’s instrument needs and provide necessary supplies during the operative procedure.
  • Maintain an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments throughout the surgical process.
  • Monitor and maintain surgical asepsis during all surgical procedures according to established guidelines.
  • Prepare and apply dressings to incision sites; may prepare suture material as directed.
  • Assist with the transfer of patients to recovery and provide nursing care as necessary.
  • Care for and handle specimens taken for laboratory analysis properly.
  • Participate in the cleaning of the operating room and replenishing supplies after procedures.
  • Operate sterilizers, lights, suction machines, and electrosurgical units as needed.
  • Engage in staff development activities and perform other related duties as assigned by the surgical team.

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.