Certified Surgical Technologist
Elmira, NY
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Surgical Tech Position - Elmira, New York

Job Details

• Specialty: Certified Surgical Technician
• Location: Elmira, New York
• Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Shift Options: 8, 10, or 12 hour shifts available
• Call Requirements:

  • One weekday call required every 2 weeks
  • Weekend call rotation required

Required Qualifications

• Surgical Technician with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Health and Safety Requirements

• Vaccinations and Immunizations:

  • MMR: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required; must show results for each component
  • Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required; documentation must include dates and results
  • Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer, 3 vaccine series, or specific declination form required
  • Influenza Vaccine: Required annually or specific declination form; mask required if declined
  • Tdap: Preferred within last 10 years; if not available, specific declination form required
• TB Testing:

  • Must have one of the following within the last 12 months:

    • Two skin PPD tests (one within 12 months, one within 3 months) or
    • One Quantiferon/Spot test within 12 months
  • For past positive TB tests, chest X-ray within 12 months may be required
• Fit Test:

  • Must be completed within the last 12 months prior to start
  • Approved mask models specified; on-site fit testing available if needed
• Physical/Health Statement:

  • Must be from within the last 12 months
  • Must include physician credentials, clinic location, phone number, height, weight, vitals, Snellen eye chart, and a statement of clearance with no restrictions

Documentation and Onboarding Requirements

• Background Check:

  • Must be completed within 30 days of start
  • Includes SSN address trace, county and national criminal searches, FACIS 3 check
• Drug Screen:

  • 9+ panel drug screen required within 30 days of start
• Identification:

  • Valid, unexpired US driver’s license or state ID required
• Resume:

  • Complete employment history for last 7 years (or since graduation) with education details
• References:

  • Two professional references required:

    • One supervisor reference from last 12 months
    • One supervisor or peer reference from last 3 years
• Employment and Education Verification:

  • Verification of most recent employer and initial education in the field required
• Additional Required Forms:

  • Signed job description
  • Personal information form
  • Code of conduct acknowledgment
  • Confirmation of assignment form
  • Self-study packet documentation and quiz
  • Sexual harassment acknowledgment
  • Parking registration form
  • TB questionnaire form
  • Agency-specific background checks (7 manual checks required)
  • Drug and tobacco acknowledgment

Optional/Additional Information

• COVID-19 vaccine proof or agency declination is optional
• Extended travelers beyond one year require reassessment form
• Color headshot photo required prior to start (JPEG format, no filters or sunglasses)

This position requires flexibility with shift lengths and call duties, thorough documentation, and compliance with health and safety protocols. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.