Surgical Technician: OR Prep & Instrument Expert

Community Health Systems; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Tucson, Arizona seeks a Surgical Technician to assist during surgical procedures. The candidate will prepare the operating room, ensure proper sterilization of instruments, and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety. The position requires a Technical School graduate or an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology, along with 0-2 years of related experience. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required.
• BCLS certification required, CST preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operating room for surgical cases.
• Assist the surgical team by passing instruments and supplies.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts with circulating nurse.
• Handle surgical instruments with proper sterilization.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Sterilization methods

Infection prevention practices

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

A healthcare organization in Tucson, Arizona seeks a Surgical Technician to assist during surgical procedures. The candidate will prepare the operating room, ensure proper sterilization of instruments, and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety. The position requires a Technical School graduate or an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology, along with 0-2 years of related experience. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.