Surgical Technologist

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center offering sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery Center Manhasset OR, Full‑Time, Days. In this role the successful candidate, under the direction of a licensed professional nurse, can scrub on all surgical procedures in the Operating Room and assist the physician in procedural areas. Job Responsibilities Clinical Takes initiative to make recommendations to leadership for new and updates for physician preference cards in a timely and accurate manner for a patient/physician. Utilizes patient procedure and position to determine the plan of care. Anticipates and gathers needed supplies and equipment prior to provision of care based on procedure preference card and escalates outstanding needs with the RN circulator. Demonstrates knowledge of use, care, and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Under the supervision of the circulating RN, assists on procedures as a secondary circulator. Reports unexpected events and outcomes to RN staff/leadership in a timely fashion, e.g., count, specimen, breaks in aseptic techniques within the surgical field. Provides on‑call (where applicable) coverage proficiently. Care of Specimens In collaboration with the registered nurse, ensures specimens are appropriately identified and labeled. Regulatory, Quality & Performance Improvement, Safety Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals, and objectives of the institution, department, and service line. Contributes toward quality and performance improvement programs and unit/service specific metrics, data collection, and projects, e.g., turnover times, on‑time starts, time‑out, patient satisfaction, instrumentation, waste, sustainability, ACA/RCA, committee participation. Participates in programs and activities to promote the satisfaction of patients, families, staff, and other disciplines. Incorporates new practices identified in patient care standards into plan of care. Responds to changes in patient care and standards for patient‑care activities; demonstrates awareness of JCAHO, DOH, CARF, AST standards. Communication Interacts with respect and in a positive manner. Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and promotes collegial relationships. Gives a thorough report to RN circulator, relief scrub person, and leadership concerning count, equipment, instrumentation, or outcomes. Demonstrates professional responsibilities and accountabilities as a team member. Development Accepts responsibilities and demonstrates accountability for own actions. Utilizes resources to meet individual learning needs, e.g., standards, procedure preferences. Seizes opportunities for learning experiences for oneself or to be shared with others. Guides staff and students to use clinical resources to enhance knowledge. Participates in the orientation of new and current staff to the scrub role intraoperatively. Active participant in the clinical preceptor program. Participates in providing feedback as requested. Engages in self‑assessment and participates in activities to promote own professional growth and development, takes initiative to seek out new clinical experiences, and communicates to leadership. Fulfills annual mandatory education program requirements. Obtains and maintains certification. Member of organization. Accepts constructive criticism and seeks out ways for positive change in behavior. Performs duties as assigned. Financial Recognizes the importance of cost effectiveness in delivery of patient care. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required. BLS required (American Heart Association). Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program through NBSTSA. Certification required upon hire. Required Licenses: Cert Surgical Technologist, Basic Life Support Cert Preferred Qualifications One‑to‑two year experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a large complex operating room. NYU Surgical Tech Program graduate. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. Applications must be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state law on salary transparency in job advertisements. The salary range for the role is $88,483.50–$115,618.44 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses, incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here #J-18808-Ljbffr