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About the Role

The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Surgical Technologist Residency Program is designed for new graduates to transition from student to novice surgical technologist in the operating room. HSS is committed to supporting new perioperative professionals through a structured learning experience combining hands-on clinical training, mentorship, and professional development to build foundational skills for success in the orthopedic surgical environment.

Responsibilities

Complete clinical orientation during the first six months of the program.
Focus on mentorship and continued development of clinical skills and knowledge from months six through twelve.
Gain experience in the perioperative environment.
Develop technical skills, sterile technique expertise, and procedural knowledge.
Participate in mandatory monthly meetings and educational sessions.
Work under the direct supervision of the Professional Development team and experienced clinical preceptors.
Receive individualized clinical instruction, mentorship, and competency-based training.
Work variable shifts and rotating schedules.
Work in multiple surgical service lines or departments based on program needs.

Requirements

Must be a recent graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program, with graduation no earlier than May 2026.
Must have obtained Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification.
Must hold or obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association by the start date.
Commitment to successfully complete the twelve-month Surgical Technologist Residency Program.

Skills

Surgical Technologist skills
Sterile technique expertise
Procedural knowledge
Clinical judgment

Location

New York City

Work Type

Regular Full time
Evening Shift

Experience Level

New Graduate

Education Level

Accredited Surgical Technologist program graduate

Salary/Compensations

$44.97 - $51.33 per hour

Benefits

Additional benefits consistent with the role

About the Company

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report.
HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence.
HSS provides an innovative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
HSS is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment.

Equal Opportunity

Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.