Job Description
Join our elite surgical team at University Hospital, Newark's premier healthcare provider. We're seeking a detail-oriented Surgical Technician to ensure seamless operations in our state-of-the-art operating rooms. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic medical environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and arranging surgical instruments
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining sterile fields
- Monitor patients' vital signs and document surgical cases accurately
- Manage inventory of surgical supplies and restock as needed
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and infection control protocols
- Collaborate with anesthesia and nursing teams for coordinated patient care
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 2 years of operating room experience
- Knowledge of sterile processing and surgical instrumentation
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Experience with electronic health records systems