Surgical Technician / Scrub Tech - Relocation Assistance Available

Overview :

Presbyterian is seeking a Surgical Technologist ( Scrub Tech) to provide assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the operating room . Surg Techs work under the supervision of the surgeon and facilitate a safe, effective and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety.

Presbyterian Rust Medical Center has 10 operating rooms, offering a wide range of surgical procedures including general, orthopedic, bariatric, gynecology, urology and ear nose and throat.

• Sign-on bonus available based upon level of experience.
• Relocation assistance available for qualifying candidates.

Shift Details :

Type of Opportunity : Full Time

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

FTE : 1.0 (40 Hours per Week)

On Call Required

Where you'll work :

Presbyterian Rust Medical Center (RMC) is conveniently located for patients and members living on Albuquerque's west side - offering patient-centered, environmentally friendly and technologically innovative care. RMC features :

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

Responsibilities :

Demonstrates superior knowledge of advanced surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation.

Demonstrates leadership abilities.

Demonstrates skills in organizing and coordinating the effective use of personnel and materials.

Develops, organizes, and delivers continuing education topics.

Applies knowledge related to emergency situations.

Demonstrates critical thinking skills in relation to anticipating the needs of the patient and the surgeon.

Performs instrument counts prior to each procedure and maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments during the procedure.

Secures and prepares all supplies and instruments required for surgical intervention before procedures.

Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the OR.

Prepares patient skin for surgical treatment.

Position and re-position patient during surgery.

Helps monitor patients during surgery.

Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.

Performs scrub functions.

Ensures that specimens are correctly handled and routed to the proper source.

Maintains current knowledge of anatomy / physiology and medications used intraoperatively.

Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and

publications. Follows all federal, state and departmental safety procedures.

Skills :

Demonstrates superior knowledge and expert practice in various advanced surgical procedures :

Neurosurgery, high risk Pediatric ENT, transplants, robotics, bariatrics, joint replacement and vascular. Specialty services require expanded knowledge of instrumentation, microscopes, navigation systems, and neuromonitoring awareness.

Qualifications :

New and experienced Surgical Techs are encouraged to apply! For experienced Surgical Techs, level II or III positions may be available.

Surgical Tech - Requirements :

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.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian 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.

AA / EOE / VET / DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

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Maximum Offer for this position is up to : USD $35.29 / 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.