Surgical Technologist (CST) – OR General - STECH#001

Job Type: Contract (13 Weeks)

• Day Shift – 5x8 Hours (40 hours/week)
• Rotating Shifts: 7:15 AM – 3:45 PM | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Monday – Friday
• Rotating weekends required
• Weekday call and holiday call required

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a skilled and experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical services within a fast-paced acute care operating room environment. This role is responsible for assisting surgeons and nursing staff during a variety of surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile field and ensuring optimal patient safety and care standards.

• Prepare and set up the operating room with surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and necessary supplies
• Maintain sterile technique in accordance with hospital policies and AORN standards
• Perform scrub duties across multiple surgical specialties
• Pass instruments and sterile supplies to surgeons during procedures
• Assist with retractors, suturing materials, and surgical counts (sponges, needles, instruments)
• Ensure proper functioning of surgical equipment and instrumentation
• Prepare, handle, and transport surgical specimens for laboratory analysis
• Assist with patient positioning, transport, and intraoperative support
• Support application of surgical dressings and postoperative activities
• Operate sterilization equipment and follow sterilization protocols
• Prepare and label medications under supervision of the RN and surgeon
• Assist in patient transfer to recovery areas
• Support OR turnover, cleaning, and restocking between procedures
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, and dignity at all times
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and collaborative initiatives

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program (civilian or military)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA (active and in good standing)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique and infection control practices
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)

• Orthopedic (Ortho) surgical experience
• Experience in a multi-specialty operating room environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – NBSTSA
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.