PRN Surgical Technologist — OR Support & Sterile Tech

United Surgical Partners International; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics is hiring a Surgical Technologist PRN to support operating room activities in orthopedics. The role involves maintaining sterile fields, assembling instruments, and assisting the surgical team throughout procedures.

The position emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument care, room turnover, and documentation per facility procedures, with per diem or as-needed scheduling in Albuquerque, NM.

Responsibilities

• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
• Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards
• Inspects equipment for proper working condition
• Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedures
• Adheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedure
• Arranges instruments according to given procedure
• Confirms that instruments work properly
• Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays; reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy
• Cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed
• Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide availability and safety
• Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure
• Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed
• Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons' preference cards
• Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician
• Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures
• Advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patient's status
• Assists with room turnover/room cleaning throughout the day for optimal patient flow

Job description

USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics is hiring a Surgical Technologist PRN to support operating room activities in orthopedics. The role involves maintaining sterile fields, assembling instruments, and assisting the surgical team throughout procedures.

The position emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument care, room turnover, and documentation per facility procedures, with per diem or as-needed scheduling in Albuquerque, NM.