jersey city medical centerBayonne, NJ
Surgical / OR Tech III
$31.41 - $38.42 per hour
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Surgical / OR Tech III
jersey city medical centerBayonne, NJ
yesterday
$31.41 - $38.42 per hour
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsSpecialty HospitalsFreestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers
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Job Title: Operating Room Technician III
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Department: Operating Room
Job Status: Hourly
Shift: DayCompensation Range: $31.41 - $38.42 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The stated hourly wage range reflects the expected compensation for this role if employed in New Jersey. The final salary offered to the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including educational qualifications, skills, and relevant work experience.
Operating Room Technician Overview:
As an Operating Room Technician, you will join a proficient surgical team dedicated to collaboration, precision, and patient-focused care, all aimed at achieving outstanding surgical results. This position provides avenues for professional development, hands-on experience in a vibrant perioperative setting, and a commitment to quality, safety, and ongoing improvement. Your contributions will be vital 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 becoming part of our organization, you will be encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a significant impact in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring that instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are organized, available, and functioning correctly.
- Provide skilled scrub support to surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical team members during various procedures.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond promptly to maintain a smooth, safe, and effective operative environment.
- Maintain sterile techniques and adhere to infection prevention protocols, aseptic practices, and organizational policies throughout all procedures.
- Accurately handle, organize, and pass surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment with meticulous attention to detail.
- Assist with direct patient care activities before, during, and after surgery, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
- Support the cleaning, maintenance, and preparation of surgical instruments and operating room equipment between procedures.
- Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other perioperative team members to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and ongoing professional development to promote clinical excellence and continuous learning.
- Operate within the legal and professional scope of the Operating Room Technician role while ensuring compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
- This Role Might 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 technique, 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 value continuous learning and enjoy enhancing your clinical knowledge and technical skills.
- Your approach to patient care is defined by compassion, professionalism, and accountability.
Qualifications:
To be eligible for this Operating Room Technician position, you should be passionate about delivering safe, high-quality surgical care through technical expertise and teamwork. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have completed an accredited Operating Room Technician training program. Current certification from the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association are mandatory. You should be dedicated to upholding the highest standards of patient safety, surgical excellence, and professional practice while contributing to a collaborative perioperative team.
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Level
Mid
Salary
$31.41 - $38.42 per hour
Location
Bayonne, NJ
Occupation
Surgical Technologists
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
yesterday