Certified Surgical Technician - Egg Harbor Township Surgery Center - Full Time D
AtlantiCare, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, United States
Position Summary
The Surgery Center Operating Room Scrub Technician assists the surgical team during surgical and/or invasive procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery, arranging the operating room for surgical procedures, ensuring that equipment is functioning properly, preparing and maintaining the sterile field using aseptic technique, anticipating the needs of the surgical team based on knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology, and assisting with patient positioning under the guidance of the perioperative registered nurse. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, maintaining confidentiality and respect, and supports departmental objectives with quality customer service and performance improvement.
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of an accredited surgical technology program required. Completion of 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ.
Certification and Skills: BLS certification required upon date of hire or transfer. Surgical Technologist certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting required.
Eligible candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or ability to hold and maintain a certified Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certification.
Completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technology within the Military of the United States.
Evidence of employment practicing surgical technology prior to August 2012.
Active service as a surgical technologist in the U.S. government.
Preferred
Surgery Center experience preferred but not required. Proficiency in clinical applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents will receive training and the skill will be required within 30‑60 days from date of hire. Specialty experience and advanced certification also preferred.
Performance Expectations
Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
Work Environment
Potential exposure to hazards of the hospital environment, including infectious disease, blood‑borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and injury. Position requires prolonged standing, reaching, walking, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs., as well as good hand/eye coordination, finger/hand dexterity, visual and hearing acuity, and the ability to maintain retraction for long periods.
Reporting Relationship
Reports to department leadership.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we support the whole person. Our market‑competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits, including pet insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well‑being and invests in your future.
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The Surgery Center Operating Room Scrub Technician assists the surgical team during surgical and/or invasive procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery, arranging the operating room for surgical procedures, ensuring that equipment is functioning properly, preparing and maintaining the sterile field using aseptic technique, anticipating the needs of the surgical team based on knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology, and assisting with patient positioning under the guidance of the perioperative registered nurse. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, maintaining confidentiality and respect, and supports departmental objectives with quality customer service and performance improvement.
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of an accredited surgical technology program required. Completion of 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ.
Certification and Skills: BLS certification required upon date of hire or transfer. Surgical Technologist certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting required.
Eligible candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or ability to hold and maintain a certified Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certification.
Completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technology within the Military of the United States.
Evidence of employment practicing surgical technology prior to August 2012.
Active service as a surgical technologist in the U.S. government.
Preferred
Surgery Center experience preferred but not required. Proficiency in clinical applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents will receive training and the skill will be required within 30‑60 days from date of hire. Specialty experience and advanced certification also preferred.
Performance Expectations
Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.
Work Environment
Potential exposure to hazards of the hospital environment, including infectious disease, blood‑borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and injury. Position requires prolonged standing, reaching, walking, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs., as well as good hand/eye coordination, finger/hand dexterity, visual and hearing acuity, and the ability to maintain retraction for long periods.
Reporting Relationship
Reports to department leadership.
The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
At AtlantiCare, we support the whole person. Our market‑competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits, including pet insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well‑being and invests in your future.
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