Orthopedic Surgical Tech — Impactful OR Support

Socket.dev; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Discounted orthopedic care at ROC

Paid time off and holiday pay

Extended sick leave

401(k) plan contributions with no-mact

Job summary

Reno Orthopedic Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgeons by providing instruments and maintaining sterile environments in the operating room. You will prepare case carts, pass instruments, and ensure proper handling of supplies throughout procedures.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and a Surgical Technology certificate/degree or ROC Training, with orthopedic experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certificate/Associate's degree in Surgical Technology OR ROC Training OR 1 year experience as a surgical technologist.

Responsibilities

• Prepare case carts for surgeries, following the surgeon’s preference cards and communicating if items are missing.
• Anticipate surgeon needs by passing instruments and supplies during procedures.
• Demonstrate sterile technique and monitor for breaches in sterility.
• Handle instruments, trays and special items; ensure supplies and functioning equipment are available.
• Inspect, maintain and report issues with instruments and equipment.
• Assist with room turnover and OR prep for next patient; perform counts with circulator.
• Assist with gowning, draping, and establishing the sterile field.
• Assist in decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of supplies per infection control practices.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical instrumentation

Anatomy & physiology

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Surgical Technology Certificate/Associate's degree or ROC Training

Job description

Reno Orthopedic Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgeons by providing instruments and maintaining sterile environments in the operating room. You will prepare case carts, pass instruments, and ensure proper handling of supplies throughout procedures.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and a Surgical Technology certificate/degree or ROC Training, with orthopedic experience preferred.