Surgical Technologist - Susitna Surgery Center - PRN

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Employee rewards program

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Susitna Surgery Center in Palmer, AK, is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the perioperative team. The role focuses on preparing sterile fields, assisting with procedures, and maintaining instrument readiness to ensure patient safety.

Qualifications include technical surgical tech training or an associate degree, plus 0–2 years OR experience. Shifts are 8 hours with no nights, weekends, or on-call obligations, fostering a stable schedule and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Technical school graduate in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases with proper aseptic technique.
• Assists surgical team by passing instruments accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments and ensures proper sterilization and inspection.
• Performs counts with circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfers.
• Maintains physician preference cards and ensures supplies are available.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes instruments per protocols.
• Restocks supplies and prepares rooms for subsequent cases.
• Maintains regular attendance and compliance with policies.

Skills

Surgical tech knowledge

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Infection prevention

Education

Technical School graduate in Surgical Technology or PN

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• You Wins Deserve Recognition - Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

Why Join Us?

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• You Wins Deserve Recognition - Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.

Susitna Surgery Center

2490 S Woodworth Loop #100 | Palmer, AK | 99645

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday | 7:00AM-4:30PM

8 Hour Shifts Available

No Nights, No Weekends or Call Hours**

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately. The Surgical Technician adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
• Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards. Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintains and updates physician preference cards, ensuring accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
• Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies, returning equipment to storage, and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques.
• Strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

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