OR / Surgical Tech I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: OR Tech I

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Requisition Number:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $31.41 - $38.42 per hour

Pay Transparency:

This reflects the expected hourly wage range for this role if employed in New Jersey.

The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

Job Overview

This position is part of the surgical team, operating under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The OR Tech collaborates with the surgeon and RN to provide patient care and assumes relevant responsibilities before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

• 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

Certifications and Licenses

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

Scheduling Requirements

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

Benefits and Perks

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 NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Why Join Us?

We are committed to being a leading healthcare provider, delivering patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine with compassion and equity. Our goal is to create a supportive work environment for every team member while fostering healthier communities, one individual at a time.

As New Jersey's foremost academic health system, we implement innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants. Our mission is to make a significant impact in local communities across New Jersey, enhancing residents' health and creating educational and career opportunities.

We recognize the evolving needs of New Jersey residents, whether it involves improving care coordination for complex health issues or enhancing community health through local initiatives and education.