Surgical Technician (Scrub Tech)
Sign-On Bonus Available! A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered for this position, with payout contingent upon completion of employment milestones. Details will be provided during the recruitment process.
The Surgical Technician is a key member of the surgical team, supporting surgeons and healthcare providers during invasive and non-invasive procedures. Working under the supervision of a surgeon, the tech ensures a sterile environment, prepares instruments and equipment, and maintains patient safety throughout all phases of the surgical process.
Qualifications
- Education & Certification:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent experience
- CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification preferred
- BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required
- Experience:
- Experience in outpatient pain management and/or surgery center preferred
- Skills & Knowledge:
- Familiarity with medical terminology, surgical procedures, anatomy, sterile technique
- Proficiency with EMR and PACS systems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Key Responsibilities
Preoperative
- Don OR attire and PPE
- Prepare surgical supplies, instruments, equipment, and sterile field
- Perform surgical scrub and assist with gowning/gloving team
- Complete pre‑op counts and assist with patient draping
- Participate in time‑out procedure and equipment setup
Intraoperative
- Anticipate and respond to surgeon’s needs during procedures
- Pass instruments, suction/sponges, cut sutures, hold retractors
- Handle medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation
- Maintain sterile technique, complete intra‑op counts, prepare specimens
- Apply sterile dressings or immobilization devices
Postoperative
- Assist with patient transfer
- Clean and prep instruments for sterilization
- Support terminal room cleaning and next case setup
- Participate in case debriefing and quality improvement
Additional Duties
- Maintain clean, well‑stocked OR
- Operate imaging equipment safely; assist with troubleshooting and maintenance
- Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control guidelines
- Use proper body mechanics and respond to emergencies appropriately
- Order and stock supplies
- Participate in continuing education, committees, and policy development
- Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice
Working Conditions
- Supervision:No direct supervisory responsibilities
- Language:Must speak, read, and write English fluently
- Math:Ability to perform basic calculations (fractions, decimals, percentages)
- Reasoning:Ability to follow written/oral instructions, work independently, and solve problems
- Physical Demands:
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs with assistance)
- Visual/auditory acuity for alarms, instruments, and patient monitoring
- Manual dexterity for handling instruments and equipment
- Environment:
- Moderate noise, possible long shifts, fast‑paced, frequent exposure to blood/body fluids and sharps
- Reasonable accommodations provided as needed
Employee Expectations
- Deliver exceptional patient care and service
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA/OSHA
- Exhibit respectful communication and teamwork
- Adhere to organizational policies and procedures
- Engage in ongoing improvement, education, and assigned duties
Job Type
Full-time
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Employment is at-will.
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