Surgical Tech

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

  • Espanola, NM
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Overview:The Surgical Tech provides assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the Operating Room. Works under the supervision of the surgeon. Facilitates a safe, effective and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety.Type of Opportunity: Full Time
Work Schedule: Weekday Schedule Monday-FridaySign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
  • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
  • Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
  • Shift differentials for nights and weekends
  • Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
  • Malpractice liability insurance
  • Loan forgiveness through the
  • EPIC electronic charting system
This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.) Responsibilities:Demonstrates effective problem-solving aligned with surgical proceduresMaintains up-to-date knowledge of equipment, supplies, anatomy, and intraoperative medicationsAdheres strictly to aseptic techniques, PPE protocol, and safety standards during surgical proceduresPerforms accurate instrument, needle, and sponge counts before and during surgeryPrepares sterile field, instruments, and equipment for surgeryAssists with patient skin prep, positioning, and monitoring during operationsProvides support in the pre-operative phase and performs scrub functionsCorrectly handles and routes surgical specimensInspects, assembles, and sterilizes instruments, trays, and specialty equipmentDecontaminates and stores GI endoscopes following high-level disinfection protocolsSelects proper sterilization methods and ensures sterilization parameters are metAccurately documents all sterilization and QA records per regulatory standardsOperates specialized cleaning and sterilization equipment per manufacturer instructionsValidates event-related protocols and monitors biological and chemical indicatorsRestocks, inventories, and distributes instruments across hospital departments and clinicsStays current in field practices through seminars, workshops, and literatureComplies with all federal, state, and departmental safety proceduresPerforms additional responsibilities as required within perioperative support functions Qualifications:
  • HS Diploma or GED required
  • Current BLS required at time of hire
  • Short-term training in operating room setting preferred
  • Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies and/or instruments preferred
  • Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique
Benefits:We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.Presbyterian is committed to an environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We believe that our environment should reflect the diversity of our community.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $29.22/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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