Scrub Technician

Jobtailor

Flagstaff (AZ)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 61,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Flagstaff, AZ is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist during intraoperative procedures, prepare instruments, and maintain aseptic technique. This role supports patient safety and team collaboration in a fast-paced OR environment.

The candidate will handle specimen labeling, equipment readiness, room turnover, and accurate documentation while complying with regulations. CST/TS-C/NCCT certification and 1 year OR experience are required.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Completion of OR Technician education preferred.
OR Scrub Tech Uncertified BLS required upon hire.
OR Scrub Tech Certified BLS required upon hire.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), TS-C, or NCCT required.
1 year OR Tech Experience or completion of tech training program required.

Responsibilities

Prioritizes and addresses technical needs to meet patient conditions.
Assists the health care team during surgical procedures by integrating anatomy/physiology with the procedure.
Provides safe patient care for the intra-operative phase, including specimen handling and medication labeling/handling.
Prepares instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment and anticipates surgeon/patient needs.
Maintains, monitors, and restocks equipment and supplies.
Opens surgical equipment and anticipates physician needs during each procedure.
Communicates provider preferences to RN accurately.
Facilitates efficient room turnovers as a scrub technician.
Assists with updating physician preference cards as appropriate.
Participates in training and education on aseptic techniques and processes.
Adheres to regulatory standards and hospital policies; maintains certification validity.

Skills

Surgical Procedure Assistance

Instrument Preparation

Specimen Handling

Medication Labeling

Aseptic Techniques

Patient Care

Documentation of Assessments

Equipment Monitoring

Room Turnover Facilitation

Regulatory Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OR Technician education

OR Scrub Tech Uncertified BLS

OR Scrub Tech Certified BLS

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Tech in Surgery Certified (TS-C)

NCCT

1 year OR Tech Experience or Completion Tech training Program

Tools

EMR

Surgical Equipment

Job description

• Prioritizes and addresses technical needs to meet patient conditions.
• Assists the health care team during surgical procedures by integrating an understanding for anatomy and physiology with the surgical procedure.
• Provides safe patient care for the intra-operative phase, including specimen handling and medication labeling and handling.
• Prepares appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for specific procedures and be able to anticipate the sequence of events and needs of the surgeon and patient.
• Maintains, monitors, and restocks equipment and supplies as assigned or as necessary.
• Opens surgical equipment for each case appropriately and anticipates the physician’s needs during each procedure.
• Accurately processes and communicates provider preferences to RN.
• Facilitates efficient room turnovers as a scrub technician as evidenced by appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment and assisting the team as needed.
• Assists with updating the physician preference cards as appropriate.
• Participates in training and education of new employees and other staff in regard to aseptic techniques and processes.
• Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all Hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Practices in a safe and cost effective manner.
• Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility.
• Ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.
• Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, EMR entries, and patient responses.
• Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED- Required
Completion of OR Technician education- Preferred
OR Scrub Tech Uncertified BLS - Required upon hire
OR Scrub Tech Certified BLS - Required upon hire
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), or Tech in Surgery Certified (TS-C), or NCCT - Required
1 year of OR Tech Experience or Completion Tech training Program - Required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in surgical procedures, patient care, and aseptic techniques while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in instrument preparation, specimen handling, and effective communication within the healthcare team.

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