Surgical Technologist

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10k sign-on bonus

Flat rate for call and weekend shifts

Night shift differential

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking a full-time Surgical Technologist to assist in surgeries. The role involves preparing for surgical procedures, ensuring instruments are ready, and supporting the surgical team. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and current basic life support certification. Ideal candidates will have strong manual dexterity and organizational skills. Apply to join a team dedicated to improving healthcare efficiency!

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification required.
• Must be registered with State Regulatory Agency where applicable.
• Ability to maintain professional decorum in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Selects and places surgical instruments during surgery.
• Anticipates surgeon's needs and passes instruments.
• Demonstrates aseptic technique throughout the procedure.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Organizational skills

Ability to respond quickly

Education

High school diploma/GED

Basic life support certification

Certification from surgical technology school

Job description

$10k sign-on bonus for experienced external Surgical Technologists!

Location

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name: Surg-Hosp
Work Shift: Evening
Job Category: Clinical Care

Overview

For 2025, Banner Health was named to Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America list for the third consecutive year and named to Newsweek's list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second year in a row. We’re honored to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care.

A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.

As a Surgical Technologist at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Surgery department! This position will cover: general, urology, ortho, endovascular, robotics and plastics.

Shift Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Hours per Week: 4-10s | 40hrs or 3-12s | 36hrs
• Shift: 0630-1700 / 0630-1900
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• On Call: Yes, weekend and holiday rotations required.
• Flat rate: $5/hr for call, $3/hr weekend shift differential, 18% night shift differential when applicable.

University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world‑class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi‑specialty and sub‑specialty clinics.

Position Summary

This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure.

Core Functions

• Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.
• Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
• Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.
• Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
• May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.
• Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.

Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.

The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient.

Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology.
• Two years of operating room experience.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.