Surg Tech

Valleywise Health System • Phoenix, AZ

4d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the Surg Tech plans for and scrubs diverse surgical operations, anticipates surgeons’ needs, assembles specialized operating-room equipment such as surgical drills, maintains an aseptic environment, and provides for patient safety. The position cares for instruments and equipment used across procedures, dynamically operates simple and complex surgical equipment during operations, monitors sterilizers and sterilization processes for quality control, and participates as an active team member during surgical operations and departmental support work.

The hourly pay rate is $24.00–$35.40. Night shift pay differential is 18% of the employee’s base rate, and weekend shift pay differential is 8% of the employee’s base rate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a vocational program for Surgical Technicians or Technologists, or three years of on-the-job training experience in place of completing a vocational program.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification; a BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association training center is required upon hire.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Specialized knowledge and skills in operating-room practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support collaborative staff and community relationships.
• Ability to respond quickly and familiarity with operating procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Three to five years of experience with diverse surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Plans for and scrubs diverse surgical operations.
• Anticipates the needs of surgeons and has instruments ready.
• Assembles specialized operating-room equipment, including surgical drills.
• Maintains an aseptic environment and provides for patient safety.
• Cares for instruments and equipment used across various procedures.
• Operates simple and complex surgical equipment during operations.
• Monitors sterilizers and sterilization processes to ensure quality control.
• Participates as an active team member during surgical operations and departmental support work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED