Surgical Tech - Day Shift with Sign-On Bonus

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Albuquerque, NM is hiring a day-shift, full-time Surgical Technician at Lovelace Medical Center.

This role involves assisting surgeons in the operating room, conveying sterile instruments, and supporting patient safety under RN supervision.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 and access to tuition support, generous benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or clinical-based program.
• Anatomy and Physiology, sterile technique, medical terminology, instrumentation, and medical equipment knowledge.
• Sterilization techniques; Operating Room instruments and supplies.
• Medical Terminology knowledge.
• Six (6) months of experience in an operating room or ambulatory surgery unit.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgeons with surgical procedures within the operating room under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, including conveying sterile instruments and supplies used in basic to complex surgical procedures.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

Anatomy & Physiology

Sterile Technique

Medical Terminology

Instrumentation

Medical Equipment Knowledge

Sterilization Techniques

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Clinical-based Surgical Tech Program

CORT or CST

Job description

Ardent Health Services in Albuquerque, NM is hiring a day-shift, full-time Surgical Technician at Lovelace Medical Center.

This role involves assisting surgeons in the operating room, conveying sterile instruments, and supporting patient safety under RN supervision.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 and access to tuition support, generous benefits, and career growth opportunities.