Surgical Tech III

Department/Unit: Operating Room Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $47,921.64 - $71,882.46 Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team providing surgical care to patients. They work under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and a surgeon to facilitate surgical procedures, ensure the operating room environment is safe, equipment functions properly, and patient safety is maintained. The surgical technologist handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgery. They understand the procedure and anticipate the surgeon's needs. They maintain the sterile field vigilantly and can function independently in the scrub role or as a circulator under RN supervision. This position may require on-call duties and rotating shifts. Maintain sterile field Prepare operating rooms and assist with patient positioning as needed Inspect sterile items for contamination before opening Maintain sterility of instruments and supplies Perform accurate instrument, sponge, and needle counts following policies and procedures Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center! Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to sensitive information, including HIPAA Protected Health Information, and other data regulated by Federal and New York State laws. Workforce members are expected to ensure that access is based on a "need to know" basis, and use or disclosure shall be limited to what is necessary for their duties. Efforts will be made to protect information from unauthorized access and modification. Albany Medical Center is a leading institution in medicine, research, and education in New York’s Capital Region, and is the area's largest private employer with over 10,000 employees. It offers excellent career opportunities in various roles in patient care and administration, with outstanding employee benefits including: Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers A wide range of services supporting emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing Located in Albany, the state’s historic capital city, the Medical Center provides inpatient and outpatient care, home to the region’s largest hospital, Level 1 trauma centers for adults and children, and a children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

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