Surgical Tech III

Tenet Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare's Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to support the surgical team. You will assist before, during, and after procedures, maintain sterile technique, and ensure instruments are ready and counted.

Under RN supervision, you will scrub multiple specialties, participate in Universal Protocol, and contribute to patient safety and efficient case turnover. The role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative, patient‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Principles of asepsis; scrub >2 specialties; teamwork and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team before, during, and after surgery.
• Prepare OR and arrange instruments per preference cards.
• Hand instruments to surgeon, assist with sutures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and sterile field.
• Identify issues and support solutions within the unit.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Asepsis

Scrub multiple specialties

Interpersonal skills

Coaching & mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Assists the surgical team to provide patient care for assigned patients under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Demonstrates increasing knowledge of physical and technical requirements of surgical intervention: Moderately complex procedures, advancing knowledge of instrumentation – specialty sets. Demonstrates increasing knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Ability to scrub more than one specialty proficiently. Willingness to assist circulator. Responsible for maintaining effective communication skills. Participates in monitoring and maintaining resources in specific department. Understands and contributes to the vision/mission and goals of the department. Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored. Handles and labels medications on the sterile field under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.

Responsibilities

• Level 1
  • Assist the surgical team before, during, and after surgery. Participate in “time-out” and follows Universal Protocol Policy.
  • Place equipment and supplies in the operating room and arranges instruments according to preference cards.
  • Hand instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs other technical tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.
  • Identify problems/concerns on the nursing unit and assists in developing resolutions in a positive, constructive manner.
  • Make a positive contribution to the morale of the unit/section/department. Participate in performance improvement teams/activities.
  • Demonstrate ability to provide appropriate care to patients of all ages.
  • Anticipate supplies and equipment needed by utilizing surgeon’s preference card.
  • Understand and demonstrate principles of asepsis. Use sterile technique when opening supplies and throughout procedure.
  • Review anatomy and physiology involved. Review operation of needed equipment for procedures.
  • Assist with proper positioning of patient.
  • Demonstrate Intra-operative knowledge and ability. Keep accurate count of needles, sharps, and instruments according to policy.
  • Use proper technique for scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping.
  • Review operation of equipment and supplies as personal needs dictate to remain current in ability to use and operate equipment and supplies.
  • Avoid unnecessary conversation during procedure.
  • Organize in preparation for end of case and assists in clean up and turnover of rooms. Dispose of all sharps, biohazardous waste items appropriately. Handle specimens properly.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of principles and proper use of various sterilization types and document cycles appropriately.
  • Report equipment malfunctions to manager.
  • Use time management and flexibility in organizing and prioritizing workload to provide optimal service to the department and the network.
• Level 2 – Proficient (in addition to above duties)
  • Serve as a preceptor/mentor for students and staff, as appropriate.
  • Act as a resource to promote occupational therapy within Carondelet.
  • Participate in hospital safety and emergent programs.
  • Direct the practice of support staff to achieve the patient’s functional goals.
  • Cooperate with faculty of affiliated schools or health programs to assist in providing an optimum learning environment and experience for students in the department.
• Level 3 – Subject Matter Expert (in addition to above duties)
  • Participate in performance improvement teams/activities and quality improvement measures within the department.
  • Give input to department Manager/Director in coordinating ongoing treatment plans and progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Education:High School Diploma or GED.
  • Experience:
    • Principles of asepsis.
    • Ability to scrub more than two specialties proficiently.
    • Must possess effective interpersonal skills, team building, problem solving, and critical thinking, coaching and mentoring.
  • Licensure/Certifications:BLS
• Preferred Requirements
  • Experience:
    • Knowledgeof hospital environment desired.
    • Previoushospital and/or health care related experience preferred.
  • Licensure/Certifications:Successful completion of Surgical Technologists course from an accredited facility.

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Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

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