Surgical Assistant | Flexible OR Team Player Sign-On Bonus

Carle Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a skilled Surgical Assistant to join our Operating Room team in Albuquerque, NM. You will support surgeons and nurses, maintain sterile technique, and participate in patient care across multiple shifts with opportunities for growth.

Full-time and part-time roles include a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. Excellent teamwork and state-of-the-art facilities support your professional development and patient care excellence.

Qualifications

• Association degree or certificate in Surgical Technology.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Certifications in Surgical Assistance (CSA, NBSTSA CST, or IDFPR) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains sterile environment and aseptic technique during procedures.
• Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment.
• Performs scrubbing duties as needed and assists nurses in planning patient care.
• Operates autoclave sterilization units and maintains equipment.
• Assists in room turnover and intraoperative tasks as required.
• Provides intraoperative support including suctioning, tissue handling, and exposure.

Skills

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology

Certificate in Surgical Technology

Experience in lieu of education

Tools

Autoclave equipment

Suction devices

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a skilled Surgical Assistant to join our Operating Room team in Albuquerque, NM. You will support surgeons and nurses, maintain sterile technique, and participate in patient care across multiple shifts with opportunities for growth.

Full-time and part-time roles include a $5,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. Excellent teamwork and state-of-the-art facilities support your professional development and patient care excellence.