Valleywise Health

Peoria, Arizona, United States

Surgical Tech II (Pool) - Brand New Outpatient Center

Posted over 1 month ago

Job Description

Facility: Valleywise Comprehensive Health Center - Peoria

Department: Operating Room - Peoria

Schedule: Per Diem 8 Hours Per Week

Shifts: Varied

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position plans for and scrubs diverse surgical operations; anticipates needs of surgeons; assembles specialized OR equipment i.e. surgical drills; maintains an aseptic environment; and provides for patient safety. Cares for the instruments/equipment used. Operates simple and complex surgical equipment. Monitors sterilizers and sterilization processes. Participates as a team member during surgical operations and in accomplishing all the support work of the department.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • Requires a high school diploma or GED.
  • Must have graduated from a vocational program for Surgical Technicians or Technologist. Three (3) years of on the job training experience may be accepted in lieu of completion of a vocational program.

Experience:

  • Requires a minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible Surgical Tech in a multi-specialty complex cases experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Prefer three to five (3-5) years' experience with diverse surgical specialties.

Specialized Training:

  • None

Certification/Licensure:

  • Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) is required and must be maintained.
  • Must have Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
  • Requires specialized knowledge and skills of OR practices.
  • Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to enhance and encourage collaborative staff and community relationships.
  • Must be able to lead and mentor other staff.
  • Must be able to respond quickly and must be familiar with operating procedures in order to have instruments ready for surgeons.
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