OR / Surgical Tech I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: OR Tech I

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Compensation: $31.41 - $38.42 per hour

Pay Transparency: The stated hourly wage range reflects the expected compensation for this role in New Jersey. The final pay offered will be influenced by various factors, including the candidate's educational qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

As a vital member of the surgical team, you will operate under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, collaborating closely with both the surgeon and RN to provide exceptional patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

• Required:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Surgical Technician training program
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient in scrubbing for various service lines, including robotics, vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, general, thoracic, neuro/spine, orthopedics, complex plastic cases, and trauma
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to make calls, demonstrate flexibility, multitask, and work independently

• Certified Surgical Technician (required)
• NBSTSA Certification (required)
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association (required)

• Shift: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Full Time
• Alternating weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a wide range of benefits and resources aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through partners such as local sports teams and service providers

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our goal is to create a supportive work environment for every team member while making a meaningful impact on the health of our communities. As a leading academic health system in New Jersey, we focus on innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.

We strive to enhance the health of local residents and create educational and career opportunities, ultimately benefiting the state. Our organization is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of New Jersey residents, whether through improved coordination of complex health conditions or community health initiatives.