Job Title: Certified Surgical Technician
Location: New York, NY 10019
Shift: 07:00 AM – 3:15 PM | 5 Days a Week
Duration: 13 Weeks (with a strong possibility of extension)
Compensation: $1,700 – $2,000 weekly gross (based on experience)
We are seeking a Certified Surgical Technician for a 13-week contract opportunity at a respected healthcare facility in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will have recent operating room experience and strong knowledge of aseptic techniques and surgical procedures. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday role with consistent daytime hours.
Perform scrub duties in accordance with established surgical guidelines and aseptic principles.
Complete surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving procedures.
Set up sterile instrument tables and prepare supplies based on the type of operation.
Assist with draping of the patient and surgical field.
Anticipate the surgeon's needs by providing instruments, sutures, and other supplies.
Monitor the patient during procedures and respond quickly to any emergencies.
Maintain an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments in collaboration with the circulating nurse; report discrepancies according to policy.
Ensure aseptic technique is maintained throughout the procedure and implement corrective measures if contamination occurs.
Handle specimens properly and assist with the application of dressings and drainage systems.
Transfer patients safely using approved techniques and equipment.
Decontaminate and dispose of soiled materials and prepare instruments for reprocessing.
Support circulating nurse functions and assemble necessary surgical supplies.
Operate and adjust surgical tables and accessories as required.
Prepare the operative area, assist in draping, and ensure the safety and comfort of the patient throughout the procedure.
Assist with accurate surgical counts, application of dressings, and patient transfers post-procedure.
Support medication preparation under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, including labeling and transferring medications not for immediate use.
Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in a surgical/telemetry setting.
High School diploma or equivalent.
BLS Certification (American Heart Association)
Completion of a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) Training Program