Surgical Technologist - Main OR, Nights

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix is seeking a Surgical Technologist to provide safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the RN and in collaboration with the surgeon. The role is primarily in the scrub capacity, selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies with focus on sterile technique.

Qualified applicants must have graduation from an accredited surgical technology program and at least two years of experience, with NBSTSA certification

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
• Minimum of two years of surgical technologist experience required, with experience in multiple surgical specialties.
• Certification in Surgical Technology from the NBSTSA within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the RN and in collaboration with the surgeon.
• Scrub role: select, prepare, and maintain instrumentation, equipment, and supplies, using sterile technique.
• Support complex procedures and contribute to protocol development and workflow optimization for advanced surgical service lines.

Skills

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist possesses knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and is able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. The Surgical Technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team. Candidates may be considered for placement into either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role based on years of experience, specialty training, and meeting the qualifications of the higher-level position. The Advanced Surgical Technologist expands on this foundation by supporting complex procedures, such as cardiothoracic, transplant, neurosurgery, and vascular and by contributing to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization for advanced surgical service lines.

Qualified applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet 45-minute on-call requirement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.

Additional Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of surgical technologist experience required, with experience in multiple surgical specialties.

Certification/Licensure

• Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Certification Exception

Surgical Technologists hired at the following locations prior to the identified dates, are not required to have a Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA:

• Mayo Clinic in Arizona hires prior to 11/20/2024.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$30.54 - $45.87 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

72

Schedule Details

Nights Hours: 1845 – 0715; Wed, Thurs, Fri. 3 x 12-hour shifts per week. Orientation will occur on day shift, either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts. Posted shift may change based on department needs and could include Day, or Midday shift coverage.

Weekend Schedule

Holiday call is the only call requirement for team members working the weekend. All call requires a 30-minute response time, and call rooms are available to reserve through security as needed if the candidate lives outside the 30-minute window.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.