Lead Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - OR

Abrazo Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

Abrazo Health is seeking a Lead Surgical Technician at Abrazo Central Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves training and mentoring staff, coordinating surgical efforts, and providing intra-operative support as the primary scrub person during surgical procedures. Candidates should have two years of surgical experience, relevant certification, and excellent customer service skills. Abrazo Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing health, professional development, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Two years of hospital surgical experience or formal training program.
• Knowledge and experience in operative procedures, equipment, and instrumentation.
• Certification as a Surgical Tech or acquired Certification completion within 6 months; CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Trains and mentors staff.
• Coordinates scheduling and efforts of Surgical Techs.
• Assists the surgical team as primary scrub person during procedures.
• Maintains sterile field and prepares operating rooms for surgery.
• Documents counts of instruments and supplies.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Completion of formal education/training as a Surgical Tech

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 where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At Abrazo Central Hospital, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• 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, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include 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

Working Lead. Trains and mentors staff. Coordinates scheduling and efforts of Surgical Techs. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills.

• Experience: Two years of hospital surgical experience or formal training program. Knowledge and experience in operative procedures, equipment and instrumentation, and /or equivalent experience.
• Education: Completion of formal education/training to obtain a Certification as a Surgical Tech and/or acquired Certification completion within 6 months.
• Certifications: Certification as a Surgical Tech, or acquired Certification completion within 6 months. CPR.

Organization Description

Abrazo Central Campus has provided hospital care in Central Phoenix since 1963. As a 221-bed acute care and teaching hospital, we offer a complete range of healthcare services including emergency care, family medicine, cardiology and more. Join our team!

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