OR / Surgical Tech I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: OR Tech I

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $31.41 - $38.42 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The stated hourly wage range reflects the expected compensation for this role if employed in New Jersey.

The final pay offered to the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including educational qualifications, skills, and relevant work experience.

Operating Room Technologist

At our organization, Operating Room Technologists are integral members of a skilled surgical team, where teamwork, precision, and a focus on patient care lead to outstanding surgical results. This role provides avenues for professional advancement, hands-on experience in a vibrant perioperative setting, and a commitment to quality, safety, and ongoing improvement. As an Operating Room Technician, you will be crucial in preparing the surgical environment, assisting surgeons and nursing staff during operations, and ensuring that every patient receives safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that encourages every Operating Room Technician to grow, contribute, and make a significant difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring that instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are organized, available, and functioning correctly.
• Assist surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical team members by providing skilled scrub support during various surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond promptly to maintain a smooth, safe, and effective operative environment.
• Maintain sterile techniques and adhere to infection control, aseptic practices, and organizational policies throughout all procedures.
• Handle, organize, and pass surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment with precision and attention to detail.
• Support direct patient care activities before, during, and after surgery while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
• Assist in the maintenance, cleaning, and preparation of surgical instruments and operating room equipment between procedures.
• Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other perioperative team members to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and ongoing professional development to promote clinical excellence and continuous learning.
• Operate within the legal and professional scope of the Operating Room Technician role while adhering to regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

This Position May Be Right for You If:

• You excel in a fast-paced surgical environment where meticulous attention to detail is crucial.
• You remain composed, focused, and adaptable during complex and evolving surgical procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills enable you to collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative professionals.
• Patient safety, sterile technique, and quality care are central to your work ethic.
• You proactively anticipate the needs of the surgical team and take pride in facilitating efficient operating room workflows.
• You value continuous learning and enjoy enhancing your clinical knowledge and technical skills.
• Compassion, professionalism, and accountability characterize your approach to patient care.

To qualify for this Operating Room Technologist position, you should be passionate about delivering safe, high-quality surgical care through technical expertise and teamwork. A high school diploma and completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician training program are required. Current certification from the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association are also necessary. You should be dedicated to upholding the highest standards of patient safety, surgical excellence, and professional practice while contributing to a collaborative perioperative team.