Certified Surgical Tech/Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago


Ithaca, United States Cayuga Health System Full time $30 - $39
Job DescriptionJob Description

Certified Surgical Tech/Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time

15K Sign on bonus

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. 

CSTs at Cayuga Medical Center are an integral part of the collaborative interdisciplinary team devoted to the delivery of comprehensive and compassionate care to the Tompkins County community. CSTs are able to practice at their full scope of practice, and have the opportunity to engage in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services with the goal of improving patient outcomes, and execute an optimal plan of care in a shared governance environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Maintains standards of care for the operative patient, adhering to AORN standards and recommendations.
  • Prepares the patient environment by stocking rooms and cleaning equipment as assigned.
  • Anticipates surgeon and anesthesia needs using preference cards, collecting and assembling necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of proper handling of supplies and equipment necessary for surgical procedures, and responds appropriately to changes in patient needs during operations.
  • Assists with patient positioning, preparation, and follows AORN guidelines for surgical hand scrubs, surgical counts, and Time Out procedures.
  • Identifies and mitigates potential and actual safety hazards, ensuring equipment is removed from the patient area and repaired as needed.
  • Adheres to universal precautions and infection control techniques, organizes tasks to meet patient care and unit needs, stays flexible to changes, and remains accountable for continuing education and policy updates.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • License: NBSTSA or NCCT certification, or LPN license
  • Minimum education: must be a graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technology program, and eligible for certification

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Day shift, option between 5x8s, 4x10s, and 3x12s. Call is on a rotating schedule with a 30 min response time required, on-site call house available.

Physical Requirements:

  • Physical: Repetitive use of hands and fingers, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • 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

Pay Range Disclosure:

  • $30.00 to $39.28 per hour

Cayuga 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, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.





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