Job Title: Operating Room Technician (CST) – Contract
Location: New York, NY
Department: Operating Room (OR)
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: 5 Days/Week | Day Shift | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | 37.5 Hours/Week
Gross Weekly: $2,914
W2 Rate: $22/hour
Weekly Stipend: $2,240
A leading healthcare facility in New York City is seeking a skilled Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a 13-week contract assignment within the Operating Room. The ideal candidate will have strong Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) experience and the ability to support surgical teams in a fast-paced, high-acuity hospital environment.
The Operating Room Technician will assist surgeons and nursing staff during operative procedures while maintaining a sterile field and ensuring adherence to safety and infection control standards.
Prepare and maintain sterile surgical fields following aseptic techniques.
Set up surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to procedure requirements.
Assist surgeons during procedures by anticipating instrument and supply needs.
Maintain accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with circulating nurse.
Ensure proper handling of specimens in accordance with hospital policy.
Support patient positioning and safe transfers before and after procedures.
Assist in room turnover and preparation for subsequent surgeries.
Maintain compliance with infection control and safety regulations.
CST Certification – Required
Completion of an accredited Certified Surgical Technologist Training Program – Required
Minimum 2 years of Operating Room Surgical Tech experience
CVOR (Cardiovascular OR) experience – Mandatory
High School Diploma or equivalent
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a surgical team
Physical stamina to meet the demands of the OR environment
For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.