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O.R. Technician (CST) – Contract Position
Location: New York, NY 10029
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Position Overview
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical teams in a fast-paced operating room environment. The O.R. Technician will assist surgeons, nurses, and perioperative staff by maintaining sterile technique, preparing surgical instruments and supplies, and ensuring safe and efficient surgical procedures.
The ideal candidate will possess strong operating room knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to perform effectively in high-acuity surgical settings.
Key Responsibilities
Surgical Scrub & Sterile Field Support
- Perform scrub duties according to established surgical and aseptic protocols
- Maintain sterile technique throughout all procedures
- Perform surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving procedures
- Prepare sterile instrument tables and surgical supplies based on procedure requirements
- Assist with patient draping and operative field preparation
- Anticipate surgeon needs for instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies during procedures
- Maintain accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse
- Report count discrepancies immediately according to policy
- Identify contamination risks and implement corrective action when necessary
- Assist with specimen handling, labeling, and transport per facility guidelines
- Apply dressings and assist with securing drainage systems
- Support patient transfers using approved perioperative transfer equipment
- Decontaminate instruments, reusable supplies, and equipment after procedures
- Prepare operating rooms for subsequent surgical cases
Circulating & Operative Support
- Assist the Registered Nurse with circulating responsibilities as directed
- Assemble and prepare surgical supplies and specialized equipment
- Assist with patient positioning and operating table adjustments
- Support patient safety through proper positioning, restraint application, and sterile environment maintenance
- Monitor operating room traffic and maintain aseptic standards
- Assist with operative documentation and count records accurately
- Support patient transfer to the recovery area following procedures
- Maintain organized operating room and sterile storage areas
Medication & Safety Support
- Assist with preparation of medications and sterile solutions under RN supervision
- Properly label medications, syringes, cups, and basins according to facility policy
- Verbally verify medication name, dosage, concentration, and route during procedures
- Retain medication vials and ampoules until patient discharge from the operating room
- Adhere to OSHA, infection control, and facility safety guidelines
- Utilize appropriate PPE throughout all procedures
Operational Responsibilities
- Assist with transporting patients to and from the surgical suite
- Report instrumentation, equipment, or supply concerns to leadership
- Assist with maintaining and updating surgical preference cards
- Support operational efficiency and patient-centered care initiatives
Required Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Completion of an accredited CST training program required
- Coursework in operating room technology, biology, chemistry, or related sciences preferred
Experience
- Previous operating room experience preferred
- Experience in a surgical or perioperative environment highly desirable
Certifications
- CST Certification required
- BLS Certification (AHA) required
- OR Technician Certification required
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.