Surgical Technologist - Transplant
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The role primarily performs the scrub function and selects, prepares, and maintains instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. It applies sterile and aseptic technique and adapts to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting, drawing on knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team. Candidates may be considered for either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role based on experience, specialty training, and qualifications. The Advanced Surgical Technologist supports complex procedures—including cardiothoracic, transplant, neurosurgery, and vascular procedures—and contributes to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization for advanced surgical service lines. Applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance of campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
- Current BLS certification upon hire.
- NBSTSA certification within one year of hire. Surgical Technologists hired at Mayo Clinic Arizona before 11/20/2024 are not required to have NBSTSA certification.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.
Nice To Haves
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role: at least 2 years of independent scrubbing experience.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role: ability to independently support advanced procedures in cardiac, transplant, neurosurgery, or vascular, or cross-training to work independently in three or more specialties outside those advanced areas.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of an RN and in collaboration with the surgeon.
- Perform primarily in the scrub role.
- Select, prepare, and maintain instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
- Apply sterile and aseptic technique and adapt to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting.
- Use knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, independently support advanced procedures in a specialty area or across multiple specialties.
- Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
- Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
- Be prepared to respond to emergencies using quick thinking, adaptability, and emergency protocols.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
