OR Surgical Technologist

Banner Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in the operating room. You will scrub, pass instruments, and support the surgical team across orthopedics, general surgery, urology and more. The role requires quick thinking, meticulous prep, and strong aseptic technique.

On-call, day shift, with a 3/12 schedule and weekend rotations; healthcare benefits included. The hospital treats trauma and offers a 4-star CMS orthopedic program; Banner Health

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and current BLS certification.
• Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.
• Ability to work in highly stressful emergent situations with professionalism.
• Stay updated on new developments in surgical technology.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by pulling instruments and supplies.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments during surgery.
• Maintains aseptic technique and proper disposal of sharps and waste.
• Ensures accuracy of surgeon preference cards and pick lists.
• Assists with OR turnover and stocking of supplies.
• May provide administrative support to the department.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Professional decorum

Quick response

Organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: Surg-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care

Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities to make a real difference – and real change in the health care industry – you belong at Banner Health.

The Banner Baywood Medical Center Operating Room (OR) has 10 suites. We care for a wide range of adult patients that require both elective and add-on emergent surgical procedures. We also provide surgical services to meet our level 3 trauma designation at BBMC. Our surgical service lines consist of the following specialties; heavy focus in orthopedics, general surgery and urology. We also provide services for plastics, GYN, robotics, spines, and dentistry. We staff 24 hours Monday-Friday and have a 12 hour shift on Saturday and Sunday. Staff are required to take call in addition to regular scheduled shifts to meet the demands of our patient load.

SHIFT DETAILS Employment Type: Full-time Hours per Week: 3/12s | 36 hrs Shift: Days, 0900 - 2130 Schedule: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday On Call: Yes, weekend and holiday rotations required. Enjoy a flat rate $5/hr for call, $3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential, when applicable.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.

Banner Baywood Medical Center is a 342 bed hospital serving the health care needs of the dynamic and growing East Valley communities of metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona. We provide complete acute care services and outpatient services to include but not limited to cancer, stroke, women's health, rehabilitation, emergency medicine and surgery. Our Emergency Department treats a variety of ailments and offers advanced treatment areas, with 68 beds, seeing over 50,000 patients per year. We are certified as pediatric prepared as well as designated as a Trauma level 3 emergency room. In addition, our comprehensive orthopedic unit is one of the nation’s premier orthopedic programs. The unit's commitment to excellent patient care has earned a 4 STAR rating by CMS and repeated recognition as having one of the Top 100 Orthopedic Programs in the U.S. by The Health Network and HCIA, Inc. Because we are also a leader in neurological medicine, people throughout Arizona come to us when they need treatment for conditions of the brain, spine and nervous system.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• 1. 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 and retracts tissue.


• 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. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.


• Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency


• The 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 QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation 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/Veterans

Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.

Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions. Please visit our Benefits Guide for more information.