Surgical Technician: OR Instrumentation & Patient Care

Austin; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Technician position at Austin supports surgeons, nurses and anesthesiologists in the operating room by handling instruments, supplies and equipment to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

Education and experience requirements include a certificate or associate degree in surgical technology and at least two years of related experience; sterile processing experience is preferred. Typical schedule aligns with 7:30 to 15:30, with some weekends.

Qualifications

• Certificate or associate’s degree in surgical technology.
• Two or more years of related experience.
• Sterile processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists the physician and nurses with procedures in the operating rooms.
• Performs standard scrub duties.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, equipment, supplies and medications.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization.
• Ensures all equipment is functioning.
• Preps patients for surgery by washing, shaving, and disinfecting the surgical site.
• Assists with properly positioning the patient on the operating table.
• Operates various surgical and medical equipment in the operating room.
• Passes instruments to the surgeon during the procedure.
• Accounts for needles, instruments, and sponges during and after surgery.
• Assists with terminal cleaning of the operating room.
• Maintains inventory levels for the operating room and ASC.
• Orders supplies from Materials Manager as needed.
• Maintains service contracts and preventative maintenance measurements for equipment.
• Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and clinic business.
• Helps transport patients from the operating room to the recovery room.
• Properly cares for specimens by packaging them for laboratory analysis.
• Has regular and predictable attendance.
• Adheres to RRSC policies and procedures.
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile technique

Operating room teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Education

Certificate or associate’s degree in surgical technology

Job description

The Surgical Technician position at Austin supports surgeons, nurses and anesthesiologists in the operating room by handling instruments, supplies and equipment to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

Education and experience requirements include a certificate or associate degree in surgical technology and at least two years of related experience; sterile processing experience is preferred. Typical schedule aligns with 7:30 to 15:30, with some weekends.