Episcopal Health Services, Inc. is Hiring a Certified Surgical Technician - OR #37 Near New York, NY
Who We AreSt. John’s Episcopal Hospital is the only hospital providing emergency and ambulatory care to the densely populated, culturally and economically diverse, and medically underserved populations of the Rockaways and Five Towns in southern Queens County and southwestern Nassau County, New York. Celebrating over 110 years of community care, the 257-bed facility provides people of all faiths with comprehensive preventive, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services, regardless of ability to pay. Come Grow With Us!Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM Pay: $30.32 - $40.75 per hour, depending on years of experience Job SummaryThe Surgical Technician provides direct patient care and technical assistance under the direction of the medical and nursing staff in the operative suite. The CST scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. S/He has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. S/He has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Responsibilities
Assist in preparing the room for surgical procedures
Assist the RN in the required nursing activities of patient care before, during, and after surgery
Maintain the clean and orderly environment in the OR suite