High School diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
NBSTSA Certification required
American Heart Association Heartsaver certification required
Minimum of one year of relevant experience
Meticulous attention to detail
Self-motivated and proactive team player
Critical thinking skills in fast-paced environments
Responsibilities
Assist physicians and nurses during surgical procedures using sterile techniques
Assemble, maintain, and track surgical instruments and equipment
Inspect all packaged items for integrity
Conduct pre-op, intra-op, and post-op surgical counts according to AORN standards
Maintain the integrity of the surgical field during procedures
Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety
Promote high standards of patient care
Benefits
Regular full-time employment
Day shift schedule
Opportunity to work with a Magnet surgical team
Focus on high-quality patient care
Engagement in a collaborative work environment
Full Job Description
Emp Status Regular Full time
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Compensation Range The base pay scale for this position is $46.77 - $51.39. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
What you will be doing
Certified Surgical Technologist I
4 days a week
Shift 7am-5:45pm
Ensuring the delivery of the highest quality of patient care, you will provide support to our Magnet surgical team. Your duties will include: assisting physicians and nurses in surgery using best practices of sterile technique, assembling, maintaining and tracking surgical instruments and equipment; and inspecting all packaged items to ensure integrity. We'll also rely on you to conduct pre-op, intra-op and post-op surgical counts according to AORN standards and maintaining the integrity of the surgical field during procedures. Your capacity to collaborate with your team to promote the highest standards of patient safety is critical to the mission of HSS.
Minimum Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent and be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
NBSTSA Certification required
American Heart Associate Heartsaver required
One year of experience required
Essential Qualifications
Meticulous attention to detail
Self-motivated and proactive; a team player who knows how to think critically in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Active participant in seeking solutions to problems
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About Hospital for Special Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is a hospital in New York City that specializes in orthopedic surgery and the treatment of rheumatologic conditions. Founded in 1863 by James Knight, HSS is the oldest orthopedic hospital in the United States. The hospital has been ranked the top orthopedic hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years. HSS has a staff of over 4000 employees, including more than 200 physicians and surgeons, and treats over 32,000 inpatients and 300,000 outpatients annually.
