Operating Room Scrub Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Surgical Scrub Tech / Medical Assistant | Facial Plastic Surgery (NYC)

We are a boutique practice devoted entirely to the face, is seeking an experienced Surgical Scrub Technician / Medical Assistant to support rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation cases in our AAAASF-accredited in-office operating room. This is a dual role: scrubbing in on surgical days and assisting with clinical and medical assisting duties on non-surgical days.

This position requires hands-on operating room experience. Candidates without prior scrub tech experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Surgical days (scrub tech):

• Scrub in and assist the surgeon on facial and nasal cases (rhinoplasty, facelift, and related procedures)
• Set up, maintain, and break down the sterile field and back table
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs and pass instruments efficiently throughout the case
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and patient safety standards at all times

Sterile processing / instrument care:

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect, package, and sterilize instruments in accordance with SPD protocols
• Operate and monitor the autoclave, including correct cycle selection, loading, and documentation
• Run and log biological and chemical indicators; maintain sterilization records for AAAASF compliance
• Organize, track, and maintain instrument trays and sets

Non-surgical days (medical assisting):

• Room patients, take and record vitals and history
• Prepare treatment and consultation rooms and assist during in-office procedures
• Manage stocking, supply inventory, and ordering
• Support general clinical workflow and front-of-house clinical needs as required

Requirements

• Documented experience as a surgical scrub technician (facial / plastic surgery experience strongly preferred)
• Working knowledge of SPD standards, sterile processing, and autoclave operation
• Familiarity with instrument washing, organization, and tray management
• Strong understanding of aseptic technique and OR safety
• Medical assisting experience and comfort with clinical duties
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a high-standard, low-volume boutique setting