OR Surgical Technologist
Auburn, New York
Auburn Community Hospital

OR Tech / Surgical Tech - Travel/Contract

Location: Auburn, New York
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day (4 shifts per week, 10 hours each, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 40

Job Description

• Surgical Technologist (CST) role supporting various surgical procedures including:

  • Tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Cholecystectomy
  • Colon resection (Open/Laparoscopic)
  • Hernia repair (inguinal/umbilical)
  • Thyroidectomy (partial/total)
  • Abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy
  • Anterior/posterior repair (colporrhaphy)
  • Bilateral tubal ligation
  • Dilation & curettage
  • Arthroscopy
  • Closed/open reduction of fractures
  • Total hip and knee replacement
  • Gynecologic robotic surgery
  • Cystoscopy
  • Nephrectomy
  • Prostatectomy
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate

• Local travelers may be considered at a lower rate.

• Start date: ASAP

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with a minimum of 1 year of recent experience.
• Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NBSTSA certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience supporting surgical procedures including:

  • Tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Colon resection (Open/Laparoscopic)
  • Hernia repair (inguinal/umbilical)
  • Thyroidectomy (partial/total)
  • Anterior/posterior repair (colporrhaphy)
  • Bilateral tubal ligation
  • Dilation & curettage
  • Vaginal hysterectomy
  • Arthroscopy

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Unexpired government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• Background check within 1 year covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to start.
• National certification verification prior to start and upon expiration.
• Facility-specific documents including:

  • Code of Conduct
  • Patient Abuse Reporting
  • Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement
  • Orientation Packet Acknowledgement
  • Automated Dispensing Cabinet Security (for Pyxis access)
  • Annual Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire (updated annually)
• Physical exam completed within 12 months prior to start, signed by licensed provider.
• Fit mask test within 12 months, updated annually (approved mask types specified).
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within last 10 years or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as applicable
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella immunity (2 MMR vaccines or serologic titers)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination
  • Varicella immunity (2 vaccines, positive titer, or documented history)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season
  • COVID vaccine records or declination
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, opiates, cocaine, methadone included).
• Two professional references within 3 years.
• Skills checklist required.
• New York State Nurse Aide Registry verification required.
• New York State Medicaid Exclusion List check required.

Additional Notes

• This is a travel/contract position with a 13-week duration.
• Day shift schedule with 4 shifts per week, each 10 hours long.
• Recent experience in surgical services is mandatory.
• Candidates must be prepared for a comprehensive credentialing and compliance process prior to start.