Senior Surgical Technologist — OR Expert in 2+ Specialties

bannerhealth; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health's Banner – University Medical Center Tucson in Tucson, Arizona is seeking an Intraop Surgical Technologist to join our Surgery department. Prior hospital experience is preferred. The role involves selecting and placing surgical instruments, scrubbing, and supporting two surgical specialties.

Schedule is varied with on-call weekend and holiday rotations. You will participate in training and orientation of staff and students, uphold aseptic technique, and help maintain instrument

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; current BLS certification.
• Certified surgical technologist or 2–3 years of experience; state registration if required.
• Must scrub proficiently on at least two surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by pulling instruments and ensuring good working order.
• Anticipates surgeon's needs; passes instruments and retracts tissue; scrub in two specialties.
• Demonstrates aseptic technique; disposes of sharps and trash; prepares instruments for cleaning.
• Ensures accuracy of surgeon preference cards and pick lists.
• Assists with OR turnover; stocks and replenishes supplies; cleans operating rooms.
• Participates in training staff and students; may provide administrative support.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology (preferred)

Job description

Banner Health's Banner – University Medical Center Tucson in Tucson, Arizona is seeking an Intraop Surgical Technologist to join our Surgery department. Prior hospital experience is preferred. The role involves selecting and placing surgical instruments, scrubbing, and supporting two surgical specialties.

Schedule is varied with on-call weekend and holiday rotations. You will participate in training and orientation of staff and students, uphold aseptic technique, and help maintain instrument