Job Description

Surgical Technologist

Join Our Surgical Services Team!

Finger Lakes Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join our Surgical Services team. If you’re passionate about patient care, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in being an essential member of the operating room team, we’d love to have you join us!

As a Surgical Technologist, you will play an important role in supporting safe, efficient surgical procedures and providing exceptional care to our patients. You’ll work closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other members of the healthcare team to help ensure every procedure runs smoothly.

Why Join Our Team?

• Be an essential member of the Surgical Services/Operating Room team
• Work alongside experienced medical and nursing professionals
• Make a meaningful difference in the patient experience
• Opportunity to build and grow your healthcare career
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits

What You'll Do

As a Surgical Technologist, you will:

• Serve as an integral member of the surgical team during procedures.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of safe, high-quality patient care.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and ancillary departments.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient operating room environment.
• Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and compassion when interacting with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Follow established hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team to support positive patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education – Required:

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program OR
• Evidence of NYS Department of Health exemption based on one year of cumulative surgical technologist experience between January 1, 2011 and January 1, 2015 OR
• Current NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

Education – Preferred:

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program.

Certifications – Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the RQI system during clinical orientation.
• Surgical Technologist Certification for Surgical Technologist program graduates who do not qualify under the NYS Department of Health exemption.
• Current NYS LPN license, when applicable.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification.

Experience

Required:

• At least one year of healthcare experience, OR
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program with evidence of application for Surgical Technologist certification.

Preferred:

• Previous scrub/surgical technologist experience

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong commitment to patient safety and quality care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary surgical team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Professionalism and sound judgment when handling confidential patient information
• A positive, team-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Make a Difference in Surgical Care

Your role matters. As a Surgical Technologist, you'll be an important part of the team behind every successful procedure, helping create a safe environment for patients while supporting surgeons and nurses throughout the surgical process.

Join Finger Lakes Health and become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care to our community.

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