
We’re putting the most advanced surgical technology in the most capable hands. Are you Made for this?
With the use of state-of-the-art tools, such as the DaVinci Xi robot, and revolutionary surgical procedures, and our brand new Sterile Processing center that is the largest in the nation, we’re redefining patient care through periOperative services and surgical excellence. We’re committed to providing you with all of the resources imaginable to deliver groundbreaking outcomes. In other words, while they’ll be writing about our advancements in medical journals, you’ll be living them every day.
Surgical specialties
Expand your professional horizons, experience an unmatched variety of cases and procedures – from the simple to the most complex. Take a look at some of the areas where you can serve and take the next step by applying for a career with us.
- Acute Care & Trauma Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
- Breast Surgery
- Cardiac Surgery
- Endocrine Surgery
- Eye Surgery
- General Surgery
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Head & Neck Surgery
- Heptaobiliary Surgery
- Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pediatric Surgery
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Podiatric Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
- Surgical Surgery
- Transplants


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PeriOperative Careers
It takes a great team to deliver world-class surgical care. We offer 8-, 10- and 12-hour shifts as well as flexible weekend shifts for registered nurses and surgical technologists (where available). We have a wide variety of opportunities for these vital roles:


Looking for unequaled challenge and opportunity in your nursing career? Working in surgical nursing at Northwell Health offers all that and more. You’ll work with the latest technology as well as the most gifted clinical professionals, including many physicians who have been recognized as New York’s best by New York Magazine.
You’ll experience nursing leadership that is active, engaged and supportive. And with our commitment to continuous learning and promoting from within, you’ll enjoy exceptional career advancement possibilities. Possible relocation package are also available.
We are excited to offer a career training and development opportunity to new grads and experienced Registered Nurses seeking to gain Operating Room knowledge and experience.
A variety of teaching methods will be used including lectures, web-based training, simulation activities and preceptorships. This training will run for approximately six (6) months and be broken into two separate parts.
2018 start dates: January 22nd, April 16th, August 3rd, October 15th
Sterile processing is essential to the operation of our hospitals and other medical facilities. We’re working at the frontline of infection prevention to ensure the complete integrity of our instrumentation and equipment. We provide state-of-the-art sterile processing capabilities at all 23 of our hospitals as well as many of our ambulatory centers.
Nine of Northwell’s facilities are moving to the world’s largest sterile processing center in Bethpage, NY. This 50,000 square foot facility will provide 24/7/365 services using the most innovative technology available, including:
- 10 large capacity pass-through steam autoclaves with automated off-loading
- Six low-temperature sterilizers
- 54 height-adjustable prep-n-pack stations
- 14 automatic washer disinfectors with automated loading and off-loading
- Three large capacity carts washers
- Two large capacity container washers
- 14 height adjustable decontamination stations
NEW CST credentials. Join us with either a sterile processing certification OR a provisional certification.*
*Excludes Northern Westchester Hospital, Phelps Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center
We’re looking for exceptional individuals who embrace and live out our culture of C.A.R.E. (Connectedness, Awareness, Respect and Empathy). Working under the direction of the OR Nurse, you will help us provide quality compassionate care in the Operating Room setting. This includes:
- Checking and gathering instruments for each case
- Assisting in obtaining supplies and equipment
- Opening sterile supplies
- Performing surgical scrub technique
- Gowning and gloving the surgical team
- Maintaining a sterile field
- Breaking down, setting up and preparing instruments for sterilization
Video
Gain insight into our periOperative services and surgical excellence
Career progressions and testimonials
We provide a culture where our people are able to grow and thrive. Here are some examples that show just what we mean.



Nurse Manager,
Cardiac Services/Telemetry,
North Shore University Hospital
Nurse Manager,
Cardilogy & Cardiac Short Stay Unit,
North Shore University Hospital
Assistant Nurse Manager,
Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit & Surgical Intensive Care Unit,
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Registered Nurse,
Critical Care Fellowship, Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit,
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Nurse Extern,
Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit,
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Nurse Manager – Pre/Post Anesthesia Care Unit,
Syosset Hospital
Assistant Nurse Manager,
Pre/Post Anesthesia Care Unit,
Syosset Hospital
Assistant Nurse Manager,
CardioThoracic ICU,
North Shore University Hospital
Critical Care Fellowship,
CTICU,
North Shore University Hospital
Nurse Extern,
CTICU & ED
North Shore University Hospital
Denise Waslo
Associate Executive Director,
Perioperative Services,
LIJ Valley Stream
Director,
Perioperative Nursing Services,
LIJ Medical Center
Assistant Director, Nursing,
Perioperative Services,
LIJ Medical Center
Nurse Educator,
Perioperative Services,
LIJ Medical Center
Registered Nurse,
Operation Room,
LIJ Medical Center
Olga Flouskakos
Associate Executive Director,
Perioperative Services,
LIJ Valley Stream
Director,
Perioperative Nursing Services,
LIJ Medical Center
Registered Nurse,
Operation Room,
LIJ Medical Center
Yaa Akyaa
I came to Syosset Hospital as an inexperienced certified SPD Technician eager to learn. While in that position, I experienced many new techniques and instrumentation. After time, I became a Lead Technician in Sterile Processing working closely with the O.R. and continue to learn on a daily basis. I have acquired my CHL and have gone on to experience many wonderful Northwell initiatives such as Hurricane Relief in Texas. I am also looking forward to the new offsite Sterile Processing Facility.
Yaa Akyaa
Lead Sterile Processing Technician,
Syosset Hospital
John Butler
During my ten year tenure at Northwell Health as a Sterile Processing Technician at LIJ Valley Stream has been special. Being part of progressive hospital system makes me very proud. Working in SPD gives me the opportunity for a successful patient experience.
John Butler
CRCST, LIJ Valley Stream
Dwane Narcis
Six years ago, I was able to join the SPD department at LIJ. Inexperienced but not anxious. During this time, I have witnessed many changes. Policies and procedures differ to meet healthcare standards of today, some employees have moved on to different things, and new employees came on board. what has not changed is; being in an environment with unlimited opportunity to learn, good work ethics and a team made up of people who see each other as family. This is what keeps us together. This is how we strive and excel and get the job done everyday.
Dwane Narcis
Sterile Processing Technician,
LIJ Medical Center
Contribute to a tradition of excellence
Recognized as Network of Excellence for Advanced Robotic Surgery
Magnet® hospitals for nursing excellence
Bariatric Surgery Centers of Excellence
Nation’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
Designated Academic Centers of Excellence by the American Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
New York Magazine’s list of the Best Doctors in New York
Recognized as Network of Excellence for Advanced Robotic Surgery
Magnet® hospitals for nursing excellence
Bariatric Surgery Centers of Excellence
Nation’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
Designated Academic Centers of Excellence by the American Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
New York Magazine’s list of the Best Doctors in New York
Recognized as Network of Excellence for Advanced Robotic Surgery
Magnet® hospitals for nursing excellence
Bariatric Surgery Centers of Excellence
Nation’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
Designated Academic Centers of Excellence by the American Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
New York Magazine’s list of the Best Doctors in New York
Recognized as Network of Excellence for Advanced Robotic Surgery
Magnet® hospitals for nursing excellence
Bariatric Surgery Centers of Excellence
Nation’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
Designated Academic Centers of Excellence by the American Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
New York Magazine’s list of the Best Doctors in New York
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