Scrub Technician II

CentraState Healthcare System•Freehold, NJ

3d•$27 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company. CentraState Medical Center is seeking a Scrub Technician II for the Operating Room. The Scrub Technician II functions as a member of the surgical team under the direct supervision of an RN. Scrub Technician II performs scrub duties on surgical cases and assists RN in setting up for surgical procedures. On-call coverage for off hours, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalency.
Successful completion of a nationally or regionally accredited educational program for surgical technologists.
CPR certification required
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certification or NCCT required
Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team

Nice To Haves

Previous related experience a plus

Responsibilities

Maintains aseptic technique throughout surgical procedure. Reports and breaks in technique to surgeon and circulator.
Reports any defective equipment immediately.
Obtains extra equipment necessary for surgical procedure.
Observes progress of surgery and demonstrates an ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and possible need for additional instruments and supplies.
Opens sterile supplies using appropriate technique.
Clarifies name and expiration of medication with circulator.
Labels all medications and solutions used on surgical field.
Demonstrates basic knowledge of drug actions used in surgery.
Arranges instruments and supplies properly for specific procedure.
Maintains surgical field in orderly fashion to facilitate accessibility and relief by another staff member.
Returns supplies to proper areas.
Demonstrates an understanding of the function of the sterilization and decontamination principles.
Provides considerate respectful care focused on the patients' individual needs.
Affirms the patient's right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care, including the decision to discontinue treatment, to the extent permitted by law.
Demonstrates the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the needs of the age of the patients cared for.
Demonstrates an understanding of the range of care needed based on the age of the patients cared for.
Demonstrates knowledge of growth, development and /or adult health throughout the life span as appropriate to the job performed.
Performs count properly following CentraState Medical Center policy and procedure.
Is aware of corrective action taken when count is incorrect.
Signs operative record appropriately when count is complete at end of case.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
Continuing Education / Onsite Training
A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
Magnet recognized healthcare facility