SURGICAL TECH

apartment Hudson Regional Hospital location_onSecaucus, NJ 07094, US

$30 - $48 / HOUR

Hudson Regional Hospital, nestled in Secaucus, New Jersey, is a distinguished healthcare institution committed to building a healthier community through exceptional care, advanced technology, and knowledgeable physicians. We take pride in being the #1 choice for surgery, boasting the Institute for Robotic Surgery, equipped with the latest surgical robots and six SRC Center of Excellence designations. This places us at the forefront of robotic and minimally invasive surgery, with the unique distinction of being the world's first hospital to receive the SRC Center of Excellence designation in Robotic Spine Surgery.

Duties:

Directly accountable for preventing hospital acquired infections related to hand-hygiene performance of self and staff
Under direct supervision, assists the operating surgeon in the care of patients in surgery and performs assigned selected duties.
Prepares for surgery in an acceptable time frame.
Prioritizes workload and prepares for the specific operative procedure utilizing appropriate Preference Care/Case Cart Requisition.
Demonstrates acceptable standards of aseptic technique when scrubbed and a working knowledge of the surgical procedure, instrumentation, supplies and equipment needed.
Responds appropriately to any unanticipated or emergency situation that may arise intra-operatively & assists with CPR of patient during cardiac arrest.
Utilizes equipment properly, according to manufacturer's recommendation and adhering to OR protocols. Ensures OR is stocked and ready for each case.
Assures equipment is cleaned and maintained for use by the next staff member and/or patient.
Follows the hospital's policy and procedures on discarding contaminated and hazardous materials.
Maintains established hospital policies, procedures, directives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards appropriate to this position.

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Graduate of Accredited Surgical Technology Program approved by:
CAAHEP - Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or ABHES - Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

CREDENTIALS + QUALIFICATIONS:
BLS by approved by AHA - American Heart Association
Surgical Technician Certification (CST) Authorized by: NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

*Must be certified within 90 days of employment

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