Surgical / OR Tech I

Job Title: OR Tech I

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Job Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Compensation: $31.41 - $38.42 per hour

Pay Transparency: The stated hourly wage range reflects the expected compensation for this role in New Jersey. The final salary offered will be influenced by various factors, including the candidate's educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

Job Overview

As a vital member of the surgical team, you will operate under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, collaborating closely with both the surgeon and RN to provide exceptional patient care. You will take on essential responsibilities before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Qualifications

• Required:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an OR Technician training program
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficient in scrubbing for various service lines, including robotics, vascular, endovascular, neurovascular, general, thoracic, neuro/spine, orthopedics, complex plastic cases, and trauma
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to make calls, demonstrate flexibility, multitask, and work independently

Certifications and Licenses

• Certified Surgical Technician (required)
• NBSTSA Certification (required)
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association (required)

Scheduling Requirements

• Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
• Full Time
• Alternating weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage

Benefits and Perks

Our organization offers a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a wide range of benefits and resources aimed at supporting the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our employees:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through partners such as local sports teams and service providers

Why Choose Us?

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner. Our commitment extends to creating and maintaining healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system, we focus on innovative strategies in patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.

Our organization strives to make a meaningful impact in local communities throughout New Jersey, enhancing the health of residents and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of our community and are committed to improving health outcomes through coordinated care and local programs.