Surgical / OR Tech II

Job Title: OR Tech II

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Operating Room

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

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 relevant experience.

Job Overview

Working alongside the perioperative registered nurse, the surgical technician will be an integral part of the team, responsible for delivering tailored, age-appropriate care to patients. This role involves maintaining a safe environment that promotes positive patient outcomes and ensuring that patients' physiological responses during surgery align with expectations within the surgical suite and throughout the perioperative division.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of a Surgical 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 (NBSTSA) is mandatory
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association is required

Scheduling Requirements

• 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Every other weekend and holiday
• Full-time position

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 Join Us?

We are committed to being a leading healthcare provider, delivering patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine with compassion and equity. Our goal is to create a supportive work environment for every team member while fostering healthier communities, one individual at a time. As a top academic health system in New Jersey, we focus on innovative approaches to enhance patient care, education, and research, addressing both clinical and social health determinants.

Our organization strives to make a significant impact in local communities across New Jersey, improving health outcomes and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of residents and are dedicated to enhancing care coordination for complex health issues and promoting community health through local initiatives and education.