Lead - Surgical Technologist - $26-30 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet-AZ Region in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Lead Surgical Technologist to supervise and mentor staff while coordinating surgical tech scheduling. The role focuses on intraoperative support as the primary scrub and maintaining sterile conditions throughout procedures.

The position is a full-timeStaff role with a typical 40-hour week, shift about 8 hours per day, with an hourly wage of $26–$30. CPR certification is required or to be obtained within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Two years of hospital surgical experience or formal training.
• Knowledge of operative procedures, equipment and instrumentation.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Trains and mentors staff.
• Coordinates scheduling and efforts of Surgical Techs.
• Primary scrub person for instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Maintains sterile field during procedures.
• Prepares operating rooms for surgery using correct techniques.
• Participates in CQI activities.

Skills

Staff leadership

Mentoring

Scheduling coordination

Surgical technologist

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

Certification as Surgical Tech

CPR certification

Job description

Lead - Surgical Technologist - $26-30 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Surgical Technologist Lead for a job in Peoria, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

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

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.

• 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

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.