Surgical Technologist - Day Shift

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Roswell, NM

21h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Graduate of a Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing technical school, or an associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences.
0–2 years of operating room surgical technician experience.
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.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available while applying Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
Assists the surgical team by anticipating the surgeon’s needs 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 handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards.
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
Maintains and updates physician preference cards to ensure accurate supplies and instruments are available.
Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
Restocks supplies, returns equipment to storage, and ensures operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.