St. Peter's Health Regional Medical Center·Helena, Montana
Assists surgeons during operative and invasive procedures while ensuring the operating suite is properly prepared. Responsible for monitoring PAR levels, cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments, and handling medications under supervision.
1.0 FTE (Full-Time)
Shift: 10 hours, plus variable weekend on-call requirement
Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.
Ensures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure.
Monitor PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies.
Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments.
Handles medications under the supervision of the surgeon or nurse.
Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.
Minimum of three years of experience as operating room technician or certification in OR technology. Ability to function independently as operating room scrub in all surgical specialties.
Current BCLS Certification is required.
Ability to achieve cognitive, organization and emotional maturity to deal effectively with multiple tasks, stresses, deadlines, difficult situations and/or customers. Possesses interpersonal/communication skills necessary for effective, non-judgmental, and empathetic patient care and customer relations.
Requires a minimum of three years of experience as an OR technician or certification in OR technology. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with graduation from a two-year surgical tech program and current BCLS certification.
Market context
In Montana, Surgical Technologist II operating room roles are usually driven by steady hospital and surgical center staffing needs, especially where OR coverage is limited. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for prior OR experience, formal surgical tech training, and current BCLS certification. Before applying, confirm your experience aligns with the posting and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time on the original job description.
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