Surgical Tech - OR Scrub, Instrument Prep & Care

Northern Light Health; Dover-Foxcroft (ME); On-site; USD 27,923 - 42,567; Full time

Job summary

Northern Light Mayo Hospital in Dover-Foxcroft, ME, is seeking a full-time surgical scrub to join the operating room team. You will support the surgeon during procedures, prepare instruments, and help maintain sterile technique.

Responsibilities include inventory management, instrument passing, counts, and ensuring the OR is ready for the next case, with schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. High School diploma and Surgical Technologist certification within one year are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Surgical Technologist program and certification within 1 year of hire required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift 20–30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon as a surgical scrub during surgery and endoscopic cases.
• Prepare and collect surgical supplies for procedures.
• Maintain par levels of general and special-order supplies with Supply Chain.
• Review inventory for expiration dates and restock as needed.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Arrange and pass instrumentation efficiently during surgery.
• Track instrumentation, sponges, and sharps; complete counts per policy.
• Ensure OR/Procedure Room is clean and ready for next case.
• Assist with positioning patients as directed by RN Circulator.

Skills

Adaptability

Emotional Intelligence

Effective Communication

Patient-Centered Care

Serves Others

Integrity

Respect

Accountability

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Surgical Technologist program + certification within 1 year

Job description

Northern Light Mayo Hospital in Dover-Foxcroft, ME, is seeking a full-time surgical scrub to join the operating room team. You will support the surgeon during procedures, prepare instruments, and help maintain sterile technique.

Responsibilities include inventory management, instrument passing, counts, and ensuring the OR is ready for the next case, with schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. High School diploma and Surgical Technologist certification within one year are required.