Banner Health·Tucson, Arizona
The Surgical Technologist prepares for surgical procedures by selecting and organizing instruments, supplies, and equipment. During surgery, they maintain aseptic technique, anticipate surgeon needs, and assist with instrument passing and tissue retraction.
Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona
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Banner – University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. We’re proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care.
As an Intraop Surgical Technologist, you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Surgery department!
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours per Week: 5-8s, 4-10s or 3-12s
Shift: Days, Midshift and Nights
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Yes, weekend and holiday rotations required.
Enjoy a flat rate $5/hr for call, $3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential, when applicable.
*Recruiter will go over eligibility for sign-on bonus and schedule details during interview.
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research.
Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies.
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients.
The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S.
News & World Report.
The academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® for nursing excellence.
The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson.
Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.
This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure.
CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.
2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.
3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.
5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
6. May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.
7. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.
High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.
Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency
The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient.
Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.
Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology or two years of operating room experience.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and a current basic life support certification. Preferred qualifications include graduation from a certified surgical technology program or two years of operating room experience.
Market context
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