About this opportunity
RWJ Rahway lists this OR Technician opportunity in rahway, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: OR Technician
Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital
Department Name: Operating Room
Req #:
Status: Hourly
Shift: Evening
Pay Range: $35.05 - $42.97 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
The Surgical Technologist (ST) delivers care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the ASC/AST and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics. The Surgical Technologist assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of owning an individual level of knowledge and experience and assuming responsibility for one's own professional advancement. The ST is an interdisciplinary team member utilizing the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient's needs.
Qualifications:
Required:
Completion of an accredited ARC/ASTA Surgical Technology program including appropriate documented clinical hours
Willing to take on call emergencies
Preferred:
Prior Surgical Tech experience
Certifications and Licenses Required:
National Certification in Surgical Technology
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
Scheduling Requirements:
FT Schedule 11:30am -10:00pm
10 hour shift x 4 days a week with 1 day off a week which varies
On Call Required
Essential Functions:
Scrub independently on surgical cases
Understands and demonstrates knowledge of sterile techniques
Understands the role of patient advocate in the surgical setting
Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors
Responsible and accountable for the appropriate delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team
Communicates effectively and collaborates with physicians and other patient care providers
Responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement
Other essential duties as required
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:
Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
….and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Who can apply
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