Surgical Tech

The Scrub Technician participates as a team member in the planning and implementation of nursing care for each patient. She/He will demonstrate an ability to work with the medical, nursing, and ancillary services to provide safe patient care. The Scrub Tech demonstrates a professional, courteous manner, and handles confidential information with discretion for the patient and their family.
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EDUCATION:
Minimum:
• Completion of Surgical Tech Program or Evidence of NYS Dept of Health Exemption (1 year cumulative experience between January 1, 2011-January 1, 2015) or Active NYS LPN license.
Preferred:
• Completion of Surgical Tech Program

LICENSE:

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
• BLS required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.
• Certification as Surgical Technologist (required for Surgical Tech Program Graduates without the Evidence of Exemption) or Current NYS Licensed Practical Nurse
• CPI

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:
• One year of experience in the healthcare field, or completion of scrub tech training program with a evidence of application for Surgical Tech Certification.
Preferred:
• Scrub tech experience.

SKILLS:
Minimum:
• Demonstrates ability to provide quality patient care.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the people in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.

$40-$45