Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Abrazo Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance program

Employee discount program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Abrazo Health in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to provide intra-operative support during surgical procedures. The technician will act as the primary scrub person, manage instruments and supplies, and ensure patient safety. Candidates should have completed certification and possess one year of surgical experience, with a preference for two years in a hospital setting. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• One year of experience with operative procedures, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Surgical Tech certification and CPR required.
• Two years of hospital surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Physician Preference Card for each procedure.
• Coordinate with the circulating nurse to provide supplies and instruments.
• Conduct and document sponge, instrument, and needle counts.
• Continuously assess case progress and patient safety.
• Handle and label specimens.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Completion of formal education/training to obtain a Certification as a Surgical Tech

Tools

Current surgical scrub technology

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Abrazo Central Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity to make a difference every day.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependents
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Certified surgical technician providing intra‑operative support. Acts as the primary scrub person during surgical procedures, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment, maintaining vigilance over the sterile field and preparing operating rooms.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the Physician Preference Card for each procedure.
• Coordinate with the circulating nurse to provide supplies, equipment, and instruments.
• Conduct and document sponge, instrument, and needle counts.
• Use current surgical scrub technology and medical terminology.
• Continuously assess case progress and patient safety, operate and document equipment usage, and adhere to safety precautions with electrosurgical units, lasers, and other equipment.
• Handle and label specimens.
• Perform other related job tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills.
• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: Completion of formal education/training to obtain a Certification as a Surgical Tech.
  • Experience: One year of experience with operative procedures, equipment, and instrumentation.
  • Licensure/Certification: Surgical Tech certification and CPR.
• Preferred Requirements: Two years of hospital surgical experience.

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