Job Description
Join our award-winning surgical team at Buffalo Medical Center! We're seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to join our dynamic OR team. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for immediate hires. As a key member of our perioperative services, you'll work alongside top-tier surgeons in state-of-the-art facilities while advancing your career in Western New York's leading healthcare network.
Why Buffalo Medical Center?
- Top-ranked hospital system in NY
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
- Generous PTO and retirement plans
- Modern surgical suites with cutting-edge technology
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms and sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies
- Maintain sterile environments and enforce infection control protocols
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before/after procedures
- Operate surgical equipment including endoscopic cameras and robotic systems
- Coordinate with anesthesia and nursing teams for patient care
- Document procedure details in electronic health records
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 2 years of scrub tech experience preferred
- Completion of accredited surgical technology program
- BLS certification (must maintain current)
- Experience in multiple surgical specialties (Ortho, General, Neuro)
- Strong knowledge of sterile processing standards
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends/on-call
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills