Surgical Tech $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

CHS Career Site; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is seeking a Surgical Technician for the day shift to support the surgical team in delivering high-quality patient care. The role includes preparing sterile fields, passing instruments, and ensuring instrument sterility and readiness for procedures.

The successful candidate will have Surgical Technology training (or related) and up to two years OR experience, with BCLS certification encouraged. A generous sign-on bonus is offered for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Surgical Technology program or Practical Nursing program.
• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences.
• 0–2 years operating room surgical technician experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are organized and sterile.
• Passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon and team accurately and efficiently.
• Ensures sterilization, inspection, and assembly of instruments and equipment.
• Performs instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfer during procedures.
• Maintains and updates physician preference cards for procedures.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes instruments per protocols.
• Restocks supplies and ensures rooms are ready for subsequent cases.

Education

Surgical Technology diploma

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Surgical Tech
Position Type: FT Day Shift

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus offered to eligible candidates!

Benefits:

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately. The Surgical Technician adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
• Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards. Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintains and updates physician preference cards, ensuring accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
• Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies, returning equipment to storage, and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques.
• Strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is an 18-bed neighborhood hospital offering medical/surgical inpatient beds, two operating rooms and a 14-bed emergency room. Our focus is on providing safe, patient-centered care to our community and each employee is valued for their contribution, whether caring for patients or supporting the operations of the hospital. We're proud to be creating a fun, collaborative culture that encourages our team to do their best work. Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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