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Surgical Technologist Trainee - Full-Time Days FLEXCayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.A Surgical Tech Trainee will learn the role of a Surgical Technologist on the job with provided education and clinical experience. Provides technical and clinical support to the perioperative team during a variety of surgical procedures. Performs duties as the primary scrub person by handling instrumentation, supplies and equipment. Anticipates the surgeon and procedural needs. Must be able to complete the didactic program provided within 8 months.Roles and Responsibilities (on the job training):Standards of Care: Maintains operative care standards according to AORN guidelines.Preparation and Setup: Stocks rooms, cleans equipment, and prepares supplies based on surgeon and anesthesia needs.Surgical Support: Assists with patient positioning, surgical hand scrubs, counts, and Time Out procedures.Safety and Infection Control: Identifies and addresses safety hazards, follows universal precautions, and infection control protocols.Accountability and Flexibility: Organizes tasks to meet patient and unit needs, adapts to changes, and stays current with education and policies.Required Skills and Experience:BLS Certification up to dateMinimum 1 year experience in a direct patient care environment requiredMust be able to complete the didactic education program provided within 8 months.On the job training schedule and any additional education needed to fulfill the requirements of this Surgical Technologist Trainee program will be discussed during the interview processPreferred Skills and Experience:Medical Assistants, LPN's, Sterile Processing, Anesthesia TechPatient handlingEffective communicator within team environmentMedical terminologyHIPPA compliance and understandingSterility knowledgeAbility to multitask and problem solve Anatomy and physiologyPhysical Requirements:Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard, work with fine/small instruments).Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment, IV solutions), with or without reasonable accommodation.Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers.Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods, as the position may require.Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Location and Travel Requirements:Onsite at Cayuga Medical Center: 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850Shift: Days FLEX. Anticipated schedule Monday through Friday. Option between 5x8s, 4x10s, and 3x12s (based on department needs). Ability to work a rotating on-call schedule with a 30 min response time required. On-site call house available.0% - 5% Local travel to partnered procedural areas can be expected in this role Pay Range Disclosure:$27.90 Per Hour plus benefitsShift differentials for evenings, nights and weekends based on schedule shiftsCayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, and a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.
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