Surgical Tech - Precision OR Support & Sterile Handling

Northwest Healthcare; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Oro Valley, AZ seeks a Surgical Technician to collaborate with the surgeon and perioperative team, delivering high-quality patient care during procedures. The role prepares and maintains sterile fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately.

The incumbent adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required.
• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or (alternative in some cases)
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are organized and available.
• Assists the surgical team by anticipating needs and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments according to use instructions, ensuring sterilization, inspection, and assembly.

Skills

Surgical procedures

Infection control

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Technical School in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

Northwest Healthcare in Oro Valley, AZ seeks a Surgical Technician to collaborate with the surgeon and perioperative team, delivering high-quality patient care during procedures. The role prepares and maintains sterile fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately.

The incumbent adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.