Surgical Tech I

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Carondelet St. Marys Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Carondelet St. Marys Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Sign on Bonus: Up to $10, 00 Bonus Based on Eligibility

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well asappropriatesterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
• Hands required/requested instruments and supplies tosurgeonduring surgery.
• Assistswith preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Maintains instruments in an organized manner and monitors/tracksinstruments countsthroughout procedures.
• Placesequipment and supplies in the operatingor labor & deliveryroomsand arranges instruments according to preference cards.Cleansand checksequipmentarea.
• Handsinstruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs other technical tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.Orders, stocks, andmaintainssupplies for theOR andC-section suites.
• Organizesinpreparation for end of case andassistsincleanup and turnover of rooms.Disposesof all sharps, biohazardous waste items appropriately.Handlesspecimens properly.
• Reportsobservations of changes inpatient’sconditions and level of consciousness to an RN or LPNin a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED. Completion of Surgical Technologists course from an accredited facility.
  • Experience
    • Must be able to work variable shifts,holidaysand/or weekends.
    • Must be able to take call rotation when required.
    • Must be able to perform all duties, including lifting and transferring, using proper body mechanics.
  • Licensure/Certifications: BLS
• Preferred Requirements
  • Experience
    • Knowledgeof hospital environment desired.
    • Previoushospital and/or health care related experience preferred
  • Licensure/Certifications: CST (Certified Surgical Technologist)

Organization Description

St. Marys Hospital, established in 1880, is Southern Arizonas longest continually operating hospital and one of the top medical centers in Tucson and the region. Home to the Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute, St. Marys is recognized as a destination hospital for minimally invasive heart and vascular surgery, as well as advanced stroke care, emergency care, wound care and bariatric surgery. St. Marys strives to offer personalized, compassionate care to every patient. Join our team!

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