Surgical Technician
About The Position
As a Surgical Technician, you help prepare the operating room and surgical team to perform a variety of procedures. The role involves setting up surgical equipment and instruments, assisting the surgical team, and maintaining a sterile environment. Success requires adaptability, effective collaboration within the OR team, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures. The position is at St. Joseph's Westgate Medical Center in Glendale, Arizona, a 60,000-square-foot, 24-bed inpatient hospital. The center emphasizes patient safety, satisfaction, medical efficiency, collaboration, and compassionate care, and is connected to St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center.
Requirements
- High school graduation with general studies, or a GED with general studies.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a Surgical Tech program.
Responsibilities
- Assist circulating nurses with surgical procedure setup according to physician preference, standards of care, and hospital protocol.
- Handle laboratory specimens according to hospital protocol and maintain the hospital’s zero-tolerance standard for mishandled specimens.
- Assist the surgeon during procedures as requested.
- Retrieve necessary equipment and supplies.
- Assist with patient and equipment preparation.
- Perform follow-up actions as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
