Surgical Technologist I – OR First Scrub

mercycare; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Surgical Tech to support patient-centered care in the operating room. The role involves maintaining sterile technique and assisting surgeons, anesthesia personnel, and nurses as a first scrub, with potential to serve as circulator in additional cases.

Responsibilities include ensuring equipment readiness, participating in birth-related procedures, and adhering to safety guidelines. Requires completion of a Surgical Technology program and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program is required.
• Current Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Minimum one year of related surgical/clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile technique and asepsis throughout procedures.
• Perform first scrub role on core cases and anticipate surgeon needs.
• Assist with instrument counts and instrument readiness in the OR.
• Participate in obstetric/gynecologic cases as needed.
• Contribute to patient care and safety during shifts.

Skills

Sterile technique

Anatomy knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of Surgical Technology program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Mercy seeks a Surgical Tech to support patient-centered care in the operating room. The role involves maintaining sterile technique and assisting surgeons, anesthesia personnel, and nurses as a first scrub, with potential to serve as circulator in additional cases.

Responsibilities include ensuring equipment readiness, participating in birth-related procedures, and adhering to safety guidelines. Requires completion of a Surgical Technology program and BLS certification.