Surg Tech Case Facilitator

Job description

Overview
St. Catherine of Siena Hospital is a proud member of Catholic Health and has served the residents of the Smithtown area for more than 50 years. St. Catherine’s is located on the north shore of Long Island in Smithtown. The campus is comprised of 296-bed not-for-profit community hospital; a 240-bed nursing and rehabilitation care center; and a 60,000 square foot medical office building. Our nurses, physicians, and support staff are devoted to providing advance health care in an environment of compassion to our patients, their families, and our community. Our Mission is to create an environment of healing and compassion, to offer care to those in need and to provide a spirit of mutual respect while upholding our religious mission.
St. Catherine of Siena Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials. Our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time.
Job Details
POSITION SUMMARY
The Surgical Technologist Lead Facilitator provides direct surgical support while coordinating the day-to-day operational needs of Robotic and General Surgery services within the Operating Room.
Working closely with surgeons, nursing leadership, Surgical Technologists, Registered Nurses, Central Sterile Processing, and equipment representatives, the Lead Facilitator helps ensure that surgical rooms, instruments, equipment, and supplies are prepared and available for scheduled procedures.
The position serves as a primary resource for Robotic and General Surgery, supporting case readiness, robotic equipment coordination, preference card accuracy, inventory management, staff education, and timely resolution of operational concerns.
The Surgical Technologist Lead Facilitator serves as a working lead and resource for the Robotic and General Surgery teams, providing guidance, coordination, and operational support under the direction of the Operating Room Nurse Manager.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.

Licensure/Certification
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred.
• BLS certification as required by hospital policy.

Experience
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.
• Experience in Robotic and General Surgery preferred.
• Experience with surgical instrumentation, robotic equipment, case preparation, and inventory management preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, coordinate surgical case needs, and work collaboratively with surgeons and Operating Room staff.

Skills, Knowledge or Abilities
• Ability to communicate professionally, tactfully, and diplomatically with surgeons, staff, leadership, and equipment representatives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, infection prevention, and operating room practices.
• Familiarity with robotic surgical systems, instrumentation, and equipment preferred.
• Ability to anticipate case needs, identify potential delays, and communicate concerns promptly.
• Ability to work collaboratively and support team members.
• Ability to maintain accurate preference cards, equipment records, and supply information.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and maintain current knowledge of surgical practices.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic documentation and inventory systems.

Salary Range
USD $37.66 - USD $47.83 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.
At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.