Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Jersey City, New Jersey
Jersey City Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Surgical Services - Travel/Contract

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Details

• Specialty: Surgical Services
• Experience Required: Minimum 1.5+ years in Surgical Services
• Certification Required: Must be certified NBSTSA or NCCT
• Procedures: Heavy orthopedic, neurosurgery, robotic, spine, general surgery, gynecology
• Equipment Experience: Various beds, drills, instrumentation, stealth, microscopes
• Work Schedule: Every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday)
• On Call Requirement: 11 PM - 7 AM for 2 weekdays and one weekend per month
• Cases per Day: Approximately 25
• Charting System: EPIC
• First Time Travelers: Accepted
• Scrubs: Provided

Required Experience

• Specialty Experience: At least 1.5 years in Surgical Services
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first-time travelers accepted)

Required Certifications & Competencies

• NBSTSA or NCCT Certification (Surgical Tech certification)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): AHA required, RQI and instructor cards acceptable
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): Required as applicable depending on unit
• Other Certifications:

  • Chemotherapy certification (ONS/ONCC or APHON) if applicable
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for L&D and related units
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for ED, PACU, PICU, Pediatrics
  • Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) for L&D and Mother-Baby units
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required for all RNs/LPNs
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for critical care and related units
  • Pass/Fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge required
• Other: Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) required for ER, Pediatric ER, Behavioral Health RNs

Required Background & Health Documents

• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 30 days of start
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
  • State-specific exclusions list (New Jersey Department of Treasury)
• Health Requirements:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
  • Physical exam within the last 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions
  • Drug screen within 30 days of start (10-panel urine test)
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
  • Immunizations or proof of immunity for Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Fit test for respirator use if applicable (on-site fit testing mandatory)
  • Latex allergy questionnaire if job tasks require glove use
  • Color blindness exam if job tasks require color discrimination
• Respiratory Medical Clearance: Required prior to start, must be updated annually

Documentation & Compliance

• Employment History: 7 years of work history required, with verification of at least 1 year prior to start date (New Jersey state requirement)
• References: Two references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Skills Checklist: Must be completed and updated annually
• Facility Specific:

  • Must complete floating policy for every new assignment or site transfer
  • Must sign job description prior to start
  • Must complete annual education sign-off and review facility-specific education materials
  • Vendor medical clearance form required if history of positive TB
  • Various facility-specific attestations and training modules may be required

Additional Notes

• Scrubs are provided for this assignment.
• Charting is done using EPIC.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.
• On-call shifts and weekend work are part of the schedule.
• Candidates must comply with all required certifications, background checks, health screenings, and facility-specific policies to clear for assignment.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-volume surgical environment with diverse procedures and advanced equipment in a reputable healthcare system in New Jersey.