Surgical Tech - Labor and Delivery

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational reimbursement

Well-being program

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a Surgical Technologist to provide essential support in the operating room. This role involves preparing instruments and equipment while assisting surgeons during procedures, ensuring a safe and orderly environment to maximize patient safety.

The ideal candidate will have relevant education, experience, and must possess current BLS certification. This full-time position includes night shifts and various benefits such as educational reimbursement and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years experience in a hospital or outpatient operating room.
• Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment.
• Current knowledge of anatomy/physiology and medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons by preparing instruments during surgical procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and ensure safety during surgeries.
• Monitor patients and provide supportive care.

Skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of surgical instruments

Aseptic technique

Patient monitoring

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Surgical technician certification

Current BLS certification

Job description

Location

1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation

Minimum Offer $20.10 – Maximum Offer $30.68

Summary

The Surgical Technologist provides assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the operating room. The Surgical Tech works under the supervision of the surgeon and facilitates a safe, effective and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety: wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
• Well‑being program: free on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more

Type of Opportunity

Full time FTE: 0.90 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to problem‑solve in relation to the procedure being performed.
• Maintain current knowledge of various equipment, procedures and supplies.
• Adheres to proper surgical procedures of aseptic technique and safety in the use of instruments and equipment.
• Performs instrument counts prior to each procedure and maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments during the procedure.
• Secures and prepares all supplies and instruments required for surgical intervention before procedures.
• Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the OR.
• Prepares patient skin for surgical treatment.
• Positions and re‑positions patient during surgery.
• Helps monitor patients during surgery.
• Provides supportive care during the pre‑operative phase.
• Performs scrub functions.
• Ensures that specimens are correctly handled and routed to the proper source.
• Maintains current knowledge of anatomy/physiology and medications used intraoperatively.
• Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and other professional activities.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED plus short‑term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required.
• Current BLS required at time of hire.
• Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment and a working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
• Minimum of 2+ years experience in a hospital or outpatient operating room if not from an accredited training program.

EEO Statement

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.