New Graduate Surgical Technologist Residency Program

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Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $44.97 - $51.33. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

New Graduate Surgical Technologist Residency Program

Variable Shifts
Department Placement: Variable

New Grad Hourly Rate: $44.97

Anticipated Program Start Date: October 5th, 2026

The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Surgical Technologist Residency Program is designed for new graduate Surgical Technologists transitioning from student to novice surgical technologist in the operating room environment.

HSS is committed to supporting new perioperative professionals through a structured learning experience that combines hands-on clinical training, mentorship, and professional development. This program is designed to build the foundational skills necessary to succeed in the highly specialized orthopedic surgical environment at HSS.

The Surgical Technologist Residency Program is a twelve-month structured program from the date of hire. Residents work under the direct supervision of the Professional Development team and experienced clinical preceptors , receiving individualized clinical instruction, mentorship, and competency-based training. “The first six months of the program focuses on completing clinical orientation. Months six through twelve emphasize mentorship and the continued development of clinical skills and knowledge

Throughout the program, residents gain experience in the perioperative environment while developing technical skills, sterile technique expertise, and procedural knowledge required to support orthopedic surgical teams. Clinical training and department placement may vary based on operational needs and learning opportunities.

The clinical orientation process is structured with progressive learning objectives designed to support the development of surgical technologists in a high-acuity operating room setting. Residents receive continuous feedback and evaluation from clinical preceptors, the Professional Development team, and departmental leadership to support their transition into independent practice.

Mandatory monthly meetings and educational sessions provide residents the opportunities for knowledge building, shared learning, mentorship, and professional growth. The goal of the program is to ensure residents develop the confidence, technical skills, and clinical judgment necessary to succeed as a Surgical Technologist at HSS.

Program Requirements

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Must be a recent graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program , with graduation no earlier than May 2026
• Must have obtained Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification (required)
• Must hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association by the start date
• Ability to work variable shifts and rotating schedules
• Ability to work in multiple surgical service lines or departments based on program needs
• Commitment to successfully complete the twelve-month Surgical Technologist Residency Program

Applicants can check the status of their application via the HSS Careers Website .

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