Certified Surgical Technologist Educator- Full Time- Day - Cayuga Health System

Certified Surgical Technologist Educator- Full Time- Days

Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys, an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York.

The CST Educator is a leader in Surgical Services, serving as a subject matter expert, educator, coach, and consultant while supporting staff, students, and interns. They apply adult learning theories, evidence-based practices, and regulatory standards to transform education and facilitate practice transitions. Collaborating with OR Nursing Leadership, they champion scientific inquiry and professional development, ensuring alignment with the scope of practice and governing bodies' standards.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Onboarding/Orientation: Develops, coordinates, and evaluates onboarding programs for surgical technology staff alongside the OR Nursing Educator.
• Competency Management: Measures and supports staff competency, addressing deficiencies with leadership and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Education: Assesses learning needs, designs and implements educational programs, and evaluates their effectiveness; provides Continuing Surgical Technologist Education and inter-professional learning opportunities.
• Professional Role Development: Guides staff in skill development, role transitions, and professional growth from novice to expert levels.
• Research and Quality Improvement: Collaborates on integrating evidence-based practices to enhance decision-making and measurable improvements in health care services.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent experience
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).
• At least four (4) years of Operating Room Experience
• Current BLS Card (CPR)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Associate Degree in a health-related field, or Bachelor's degree in a health-related field of study
• Central Sterile Certification with Two (2) years of experience in Sterile processing

Physical Requirements: 

• Manual Dexterity: Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements (e.g., typing on a computer keyboard) with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Lifting Requirements: Capacity to lift and move up to 25 pounds (e.g., equipment and supplies) for short distances, with reasonable accommodations if necessary.
• Mobility and Endurance: Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods as required for office tasks, teaching, or assisting with patient care, with accommodations as needed.
• Equipment Operation: Must be physically able to operate job-specific equipment safely and effectively, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Location and Travel Requirements:  

• Onsite: Cayuga Medical Center- 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850
• Shift: Days
• 0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $42.11 - $58.00 per hour plus benefits

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff, and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care, and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at chstalentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

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