- Location
- Camden, NJ, US
- Department
- IT
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
About Us
At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.
Short Description
The trained technologist, under the direct supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse and or physician, is assigned as an assistant to specific service areas in the Surgical Suite.
Overview
At Cooper University Health Care, you’ll find one of the most dynamic surgical environments in the region. Cooper’s Camden Campus is South Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, our OR team cares for some of the most complex and meaningful cases you’ll encounter.
With 30 operating rooms and over 70 surgeries each day, you’ll be part of a team that thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech setting while delivering world-class care. Cooper’s surgical services is growing fast, creating new opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement.
Experience Required
- 2 years of Surgical Technolgy experience preferred (1 year required)
Education Requirements
- Graduate of a nationally or regionally accredited educational program for Surgical Technologists; OR
- Successful completion of an appropriate training program for Surgical Technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United Dates Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; OR
- Equivalent experience – this applies to individuals that have been employed (as outlined in the Experience section below) as a Surgical Technologists prior to the effective date of NJSA 26:2H – 12.62 (i.e. 12/11/2011)
License/Certification Requirements
- Certified Surgical Technologist Credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or its successor, or other nationally recognized credentialing organization (e.g. NCCT – National Center for Competency Testing, etc.)
- NOTE: Must annually complete 15 hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a Surgical Technologist in NJ
Special Requirements
- Required to work Saturdays and Sundays.
- Nine shifts in a 6-week schedule required.
- Each shift is a 12-hour shift.
- Required to work holidays that fall on Saturdays and Sunday.
