Surgical Tech / OR Tech II

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: OR Tech II

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Requisition Number:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

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 relevant experience.

Operating Room Technologist

As part of our organization, Operating Room Technologists join a proficient surgical team where teamwork, precision, and a focus on patient care lead to outstanding surgical results. This position offers avenues for professional advancement, practical experience in a vibrant perioperative setting, and a commitment to quality, safety, and ongoing improvement. In this role, you will be crucial in preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons and nursing staff during procedures, and ensuring that every patient receives safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care. By joining our team, you become part of a community that encourages every Operating Room Technician to grow, contribute, and make a significant impact.

Typical Responsibilities of an Operating Room Technologist Include:

• Preparing operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring that instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are organized, available, and functioning correctly.
• Providing skilled scrub support to surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical team members throughout various procedures.
• Anticipating the needs of the surgical team and responding promptly to maintain a safe and effective operative environment.
• Maintaining sterile techniques and adhering to infection control practices and organizational policies during all procedures.
• Handling, organizing, and passing surgical instruments and supplies with precision and attention to detail.
• Assisting with direct patient care activities before, during, and after surgery, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
• Supporting the cleaning, maintenance, and preparation of surgical instruments and operating room equipment between procedures.
• Collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other perioperative team members to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Engaging in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and ongoing professional development to foster clinical excellence and continuous learning.
• Practicing within the legal and professional scope of the Operating Room Technician role while ensuring compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

This Position May Be Right for You If:

• You excel in a fast-paced surgical environment where attention to detail is crucial.
• You maintain composure, focus, and adaptability during complex and evolving surgical procedures.
• Your strong teamwork and communication skills enable effective collaboration with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative professionals.
• Patient safety, sterile techniques, 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 are committed to continuous learning and enjoy enhancing your clinical knowledge and technical skills.
• Compassion, professionalism, and accountability are the hallmarks of 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.