Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Location
Paramus, New Jersey
Salary
$32 - $42 / HOUR
The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing the operating room, scrubbing in for various surgical procedures, and assisting the surgical team. They also manage anesthesia supplies, maintain sterilization records, and ensure all equipment is functioning properly.
Candidates must be a high school graduate with completion of a formal Surgical Technician program and hold a CST credential. BLS certification is required, and at least one year of experience is preferred.
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Discusses plan of care with assigned team each morning (including anesthesiologist) to identify and correct problems; assists in the preparation of the patient pr, intra, and postoperative phases as schedule permits.
Demonstrates competence to scrub on all types of surgical procedures; performs tasks requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of the circulating RN. 2,6 Assists in setting up the room for procedure at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled time, unless otherwise directed by the circulating nurse of PCM; checks all equipment/instruments prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning; assembles needed supplies using preference cards.
Assists with all Endoscopy procedures (i.e. EGD, Colonoscopy, Endoscopic Rectograde Cholangio-Pancreatography (ERCP), Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) & Bronchoscopy, & TEE).
Assist with Electroconvulsive Therapy procedures and special projects as assigned.
Orders and maintains anesthesia supplies (including carts) working closely with the Director of Anesthesia and/or designee in identifying other anesthesia needs.
Compiles and processes O.R. records into logbook, processes sterilization records and anesthesia log as appropriate.
Orders O.R. materials from Central Supply and Storeroom regularly; keeps assigned Procedure Rooms and carts stocked with supplies; checks expiration dates of OR supplies/packages and instrumentation.
Follows written procedures for sterilization (steam sterilization and Steris machines); knows the responsibilities and the necessity for chemical and biological monitoring.
Participates in meetings, continuing education, in-service programs and educational workshops as required (mandatory and yearly hospital and departmental educational plans).
Attends monthly unit meetings.
respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
OTHER JOB DUTIES Performs other related duties as required.
Education High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of formal Surgical Technician program required.
Certification Certified surgical technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor, or other nationally recognized credentialing organization required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
Experience At least one year preferred.
Skills Good interpersonal skills. Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS O.R.; Frequent contacts with patients, surgeons and other staff. Utilizing correct body mechanics while standing and/or walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying medium to heavy equipment with close visual attention and intense concentration. Exposed intermittently to humidity variations, odors, fumes, blood, excreta and confined quarters.
Salary commensurate with experience within posted range.
$32.34 to $42.39 per hour plus differentials evening $2.65 per hour, night $2.65, weekend $2.00
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.
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