Surgical Technologist

Position: O.R. Technician (CST)

Location: New York, NY 10029

Job Type: Contract

Contract: 13 weeks with possibility of extension

Schedule: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Guaranteed hours per week: 37.50

Pay: Local: $2400 & Travel: $2700/weekly

Job Summary

Pride Health is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a contract opportunity in New York, NY. This role is ideal for an O.R. Technician with strong operating room experience, particularly in cardiac cases, who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment and is committed to maintaining high standards of patient care and surgical support.

Responsibilities

• Perform scrub duties following established surgical and aseptic guidelines

• Prepare and maintain sterile fields, surgical instruments, and supplies

• Assist surgeons during procedures by anticipating surgical needs

• Maintain accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with circulating nurses

• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer procedures

• Handle specimens according to hospital policies and procedures

• Support operating room setup, turnover, and equipment preparation

• Maintain aseptic technique and ensure compliance with infection control standards

• Assist with medication labeling and sterile field preparation under RN supervision

• Support operational needs including patient transport and inventory organization

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Certified CST Training Program required

• CST Certification required

• BLS certification from AHA required

• Minimum 2 years of OR Technician experience in a hospital setting required

• Cardiac cases experience required and must be clearly listed on resume

• Strong understanding of aseptic techniques and surgical procedures

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in high-volume operating rooms preferred

• Courses in operating room technology, biology, chemistry, or science preferred

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.