Surgical/Operating Room Tech - Adult

Surgical/Operating Room Tech - Adult - Syracuse, NY

Location: Syracuse, NY

Employment Type: Full-time

Hourly Rate: $54/hr

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Surgical/Operating Room Tech to fill an opening at a Healthcare Facility (Acute Care/Academic Medical Center) located in Syracuse, New York. This role is ideal for an experienced CST with trauma center or teaching hospital experience who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive rate of $54 per hour.
• Work Schedule: Full-time position with a mix of day and evening shifts, shifts will include a mix of 4 8-hour shifts and 4 12-hour shifts
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in an academic medical center setting, working alongside leading surgeons and healthcare professionals.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes through high-quality surgical care in a Level 1 or Level 2 trauma center environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain the sterile field, ensuring all surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment are set up correctly and functioning prior to procedures.
• Assist the surgical team by passing instruments, sutures, and sponges during operations, anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Maintain aseptic technique and adhere to infection control protocols at all times.
• Handle specimens appropriately and prepare them for laboratory analysis as directed.
• Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping prior to surgical incision.
• Clean and restock the operating room between cases, including proper handling of contaminated instruments and disposal of sharps and biohazard waste.
• Monitor and maintain surgical equipment and instruments, reporting any malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Collaborate with circulating nurses, surgeons, and anesthesia providers to ensure efficient and safe patient care throughout the perioperative process.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to stay current with surgical techniques and technologies.

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