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Surgical Technologist
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Kaleida Health
Department: BGMC Operating Room
Location: Buffalo General Medical Center (Buffalo, NY)
Work Type: Full‑Time
Scheduled Work Hours: 10:00‑20:00, 11:00‑21:00, 12:00‑22:00
Shift: 2
Job Description Prepares and maintains a sterile field and instruments for surgical and procedural cases under the supervision of the circulating RN. Counts according to policy in conjunction with an RN. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability by maintaining continuing education relative to practice; conducting oneself in a professional manner; adhering to health system policies and procedures and demonstrating competence.
Education and Credentials High School Diploma or GED required. Certificate Surgical Technologist upon hire required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire. Completion of a nationally accredited Surgical Technology Program or a military Surgical Technology Program required upon hire; new graduates have one year from graduation to obtain certification. Maintain national CST certification granted by the NBSTSA, requiring 60 hours of approved CE every four years. Complete fifteen hours of continuing education each year. Grandfathering rules apply for New York employment prior to 2015.
Experience Working conditions include weekend/holiday and on‑call requirements; rotation work arrangement onsite.
Job Details Standard Hours (Bi‑weekly): 75.00
FTE: 1.000000
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
On Call Required: Yes
Union Code: U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC
Requisition ID: 12689
Grade: T13
Pay Frequency: Bi‑weekly
Salary Range: $32.46 - $41.10 per hour
Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission‑critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
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Hospitals and Health Care
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Surgical Technologist
role at
Kaleida Health
Department: BGMC Operating Room
Location: Buffalo General Medical Center (Buffalo, NY)
Work Type: Full‑Time
Scheduled Work Hours: 10:00‑20:00, 11:00‑21:00, 12:00‑22:00
Shift: 2
Job Description Prepares and maintains a sterile field and instruments for surgical and procedural cases under the supervision of the circulating RN. Counts according to policy in conjunction with an RN. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability by maintaining continuing education relative to practice; conducting oneself in a professional manner; adhering to health system policies and procedures and demonstrating competence.
Education and Credentials High School Diploma or GED required. Certificate Surgical Technologist upon hire required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire. Completion of a nationally accredited Surgical Technology Program or a military Surgical Technology Program required upon hire; new graduates have one year from graduation to obtain certification. Maintain national CST certification granted by the NBSTSA, requiring 60 hours of approved CE every four years. Complete fifteen hours of continuing education each year. Grandfathering rules apply for New York employment prior to 2015.
Experience Working conditions include weekend/holiday and on‑call requirements; rotation work arrangement onsite.
Job Details Standard Hours (Bi‑weekly): 75.00
FTE: 1.000000
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
On Call Required: Yes
Union Code: U07 - CWA 1168 BGH TCC
Requisition ID: 12689
Grade: T13
Pay Frequency: Bi‑weekly
Salary Range: $32.46 - $41.10 per hour
Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission‑critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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