Certified Surgical Technologist - $25-29 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet-AZ Region in Avondale, AZ seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for an ongoing staff position. The role involves intra-operative support as the primary scrub person, maintaining sterile fields and assisting the surgical team across procedures. 40 hours per week with 8-hour shifts; CPR certification preferred.

The position emphasizes rigorous adherence to safety, instrument handling, and collaboration with circulating nurses to ensure timely and quality patient care in the operating room.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Completion of formal education/training to obtain a Certification as a Surgical Tech.
• Certification as a Surgical Tech required.
• CPR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team as primary scrub person, handling instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Prepare operating rooms for surgery using appropriate techniques.
• Maintain the sterile field throughout procedures.
• Coordinate with circulating nurse to provide supplies and equipment for designated procedures.
• Document sponge, instrument and needle counts and monitor patient safety during case progress.

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

Surgical Tech certification

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist - $25-29 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a job in Avondale, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Surgical Technologist
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

Position Summary

Certified surgical technician providing intra-operative support. Assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Prepares operating rooms for surgery, using appropriate techniques. Provides technical services and assists in other areas as assigned and directed. Participates in department performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

• Utilizes the written individualized Physician Preference Card for the surgical procedure.
• Coordinates with circulating nurse to provide supplies, equipment and instruments for designated surgical procedures.
• Conducts and documents sponge, instrument and needle counts.
• Utilizes a working knowledge of current surgical scrub technology and medical terminology.
• Coordinates with circulating nurse to continuously assess case progress and patient's safety. Properly operates and documents operation of all equipment utilized. Adheres to safety precautions during use of electrosurgical units, lasers, and any surgical equipment.
• Handles and labels specimens.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
• Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills.
• Education: Completion of formal education/training to obtain a Certification as a Surgical Tech
• Experience: Knowledge and experience in operative procedures, equipment and instrumentation.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification as a Surgical Tech. CPR.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Two years of hospital surgical experience.

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Tenet AZ Job ID #2603005099. Posted job title: Certified Surgical Technologist - OR - FT Nights