OR Surgical Technician: Precision in the OR

Veterans Health Administration; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Surgical Technician for the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr.

VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN. You will join the OR team and assist the surgeon and staff during operations, helping to prepare the sterile field and support complex procedures. Candidates should meet the qualification standards for Health Aid and Technician, including specialized experience and graduate education requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sterile technique and aseptic practice.
• Familiarity with anatomy and physiology relevant to surgery.
• Understanding of medical terminology used in operating rooms.
• Experience with a wide range of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with the surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and OR team during procedures.
• Prepare and protect the sterile field for surgery.
• Help with planning and implementing complex procedures.

Skills

Sterile technique

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Instruments handling

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate education

Tools

Sterilizer operation

Postoperative decontamination

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Surgical Technician for the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr.

VA Medical Center in Memphis, TN. You will join the OR team and assist the surgeon and staff during operations, helping to prepare the sterile field and support complex procedures. Candidates should meet the qualification standards for Health Aid and Technician, including specialized experience and graduate education requirements.