What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Technician position at New York Plastic Surgical Group?
About us:
New York Plastic Surgical Group (NYPS Group) is the largest and longest-running private and academic plastic surgery practice in the United States. With more than 20 board-certified plastic surgeons practicing across 10 affiliated offices, ambulatory surgery centers, and over 20 hospitals, NYPS Group provides expert, comprehensive, and compassionate care.
Founded in 1948, NYPS Group, a division of Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, is one of the nation’s most well-established plastic surgery practices, offering patients the collective expertise of specialty-trained surgeons dedicated to achieving exceptional outcomes.
- Minimum of one (1) year of scrub experience in an operating room setting.
- Experience with cosmetic and reconstructive procedures preferred
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive manual tasks
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
- Exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, radiation, and other clinical hazards.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress surgical environment with variable hours
- Role requires access to electronic and paper medical records and related patient information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policy
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care and Clinical Support
- Scrub for ambulatory surgical procedures in accordance with approved clinical protocols
- Prepare, assemble, and organize surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies based on procedure and surgeon preference cards
- Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique and operating room standards
- Inspect, test, and ensure functionality of instruments and equipment prior to use
- Anticipate procedural needs and maintain continuous availability of instruments and supplies during surgery
- Perform surgical counts in coordination with the circulating nurse
- Identify and report breaks in sterile technique and take appropriate corrective action
- Assist with turnover, restocking, and preparation for upcoming procedures
- Review surgical schedules and prepare supplies in advance
- Properly handle, clean, sterilize, and store surgical instruments and equipment
- Maintain and update instrument trays and surgeon preference cards
- Ensure the operating room is fully always stocked and ready for procedures
- Comply with patient safety, infection control, and organizational policies
- Identify unsafe conditions or practices and report concerns through appropriate channels
- Support performance improvement and quality initiatives as assigned
- Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians, patients, visitors, and staff
- Follow verbal and written instructions accurately
- Maintain respectful workplace behavior and professional standards in the operating room
- Use supplies and facility resources responsibly
- Recommend cost-effective improvements when appropriate
Professional Development
- Participate in continuing education and competency development
- Share relevant knowledge with team members
- Assist with orientation and training of new staff as needed
Education/Credentials Requirement:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Diploma from an accredited Surgical Technology program (trade school or associate degree) required
- Current national certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required (credential must be active)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
- New York State Infection Control Training
- New York State Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training
Location: 1040 Park Avenue, Manhattan New York (on-site)
Compensation: $35.00-$52.00
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
- Voluntary Benefits: Options include Aflac (short-term disability, hospital, accident, and cancer coverage), long-term disability, life insurance, and pet insurance.
- Paid Time Off: 19 PTO days per year, in addition to 8 paid holidays.
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match.
- Cosmetic & Med Spa Perks: Employee discounts on services and products at Deep Blue Med Spa.
- Additional discounts through PLUM and Work Advantage programs.
Salary : $35 - $52