Travel Certified Surgical Technologist - $3,263 per week - FlexStaff : Job Details

FlexStaff is seeking a travel Certified Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Nassau County, New York.

• Specialty: Certified Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

RESPONSIBILITIE 1. Implements and communicates the age specific plan of care and gives thorough reports at change of shift and relief time. Communicates with team members regarding the need for special equipment and supplies, and implementation of care per established policy.2. Participates in turnover activities and room set up for each surgical procedure, including connection of suction, electrical cords, power cables and electrocautery; break down of operating room following each surgical procedure; assists with ensuring adequate supply of stock for patient care.3. Monitors each case to ensure all infection control measures are met and all sterilization standards are adhered to. Establishes and maintains a sterile field and monitors the aseptic technique of the surgical team; documents accordingly and takes corrective action, as necessary.4. Adheres to and monitors principles of aseptic techniques in the clinical environment including use of sterile instruments and supplies. Follows procedure for decontaminating of all instruments used during the procedure and assists with instrument processing and sterilization.5. Maintains environmental controls and takes appropriate precautions regarding waste disposal.6. Performs sponge, sharp, and instrument counts with the RN according to policy. Takes appropriate action when counts are incorrect. 7. Ensures appropriate and safe use of equipment and instrumentation prior, during and post-operatively. Second assists as needed under the direction of the surgeon. Correctly holds retractors as prescribed by the supervising physician; anticipates the need for surgical equipment and supplies and secures same. Checks and or troubleshoots equipment for proper functioning prior to use and removes malfunctioning equipment for repair.8. Assists surgeon with patient care procedures including proper labeling of all specimens from surgical field, tapping mallet and cutting suture (licensed personnel only) and performing surgical skin prep.9. Performs related duties as assigned.*ADA Essential Functions

FlexStaff Job ID #2024-1031-29. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

FlexStaff is a leading staffing agency based in the New York area that connects job seekers with temporary, temporary-to-hire, and permanent roles across multiple industries. We also provide travel staffing assignments for New York's largest healthcare provider, Northwell Health, with 20+ hospitals throughout the New York area.

Our travel division staffs all RN specialties, respiratory therapists, imaging and other allied health professionals for Northwell Health locations throughout Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island, and Westchester—a great opportunity to experience all New York has to offer while gaining experience at one of the top healthcare providers.

What sets us apart

· Direct hospital employment at one of the 20+ Northwell Health hospitals located throughout Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island and Westchester.

· No third-party agency, which means faster turnaround time on contracted offers, higher compensation, and better opportunity for assignments.

· A knowledgeable and dedicated recruitment and on-boarding team that will work with you throughout your FlexStaff travel career.

What we offer

· 8-13-week assignments with possibility of extension

· Guaranteed hours on all assignments

· Competitive compensation packages

· Tax-free stipends for meals, lodging, and travel

· Only travel division with direct access to Northwell Health