Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Banner Estrella Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a part-time Surgical Technician for night shifts (6pm–6:30am) with every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays. You will assist surgeons and nurses, maintain sterile technique, and support the OR team in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers opportunities to learn, grow, and advance within Banner Health's network, with a focus on patient safety, teamwork, and professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent with basic life support.
• Graduation from a certified surgical technology program or equivalent operating room experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures and pulls instruments and supplies.
• Anticipates surgeon's needs; passes instruments and retracts tissue.
• Maintains aseptic technique and proper disposal of sharps and trash.
• Assists with OR turnover, stocking and cleaning operating rooms.
• Provides possible administrative support to the department as needed.

Skills

Dexterity

BLS

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology

Two years OR experience

Job description

Primary City/State:Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name:Labor/Delivery-HospWork Shift:NightJob Category:Clinical CareGood health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. We’ve united under a common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. It’s a lofty goal, but it’s one we’re committed to seeing through. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now.As a Surgical Tech you will have an opportunity to work with some of Banner Health’s finest Surgeons and Nurses as you grow in your career. Under the direction of the RN, you will assist in various procedures. You would function as a member of the interdisciplinary team and demonstrate investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. You will apply good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment. If you’re looking for supportive leadership and amazing doctors to collaborate with, look no further. You will have a lot of opportunity to learn and grow and like Banner wide, Banner Estrella Medical Center strive to promote from within, giving you the chance to develop leadership skills.Shift: Part Time6pm-6:30am, every 3rd weekend, rotating holidaysBanner Estrella Medical Center is a 353-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.POSITION SUMMARYThis position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments, retracts tissue and operates equipment during surgery.3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.6. May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.7. This position follows safety procedures in regards to medication labeling, appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-out procedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling and disassembling instruments. Participates in emergency call rotation. Internal customers are patients, surgeons, and nursing staff. External customers may include practicing physicians and patient families.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and current basic life support certification.Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory AgencyThe position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient.Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from a certified school of surgical technology or two years of operating room experience.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy