Certified Surgical Technologist

Job Title: Certified Surgical Technologist
Job Location: Santa Fe, NM 87505
Duration: 3+ months of Contract

Department: Surgical Services/Patient Care Division
Shift: 5x8 06:30 - 15:00
Start: ASAP
 
Required:

• BLS from AHA.
• Surgical Tech certification.

• 1-2 24 hour weekend call shifts per schedule.

• 1-2 call nights per week.

• Float to other departments as needed.

• An integral member of the surgical team who provides support for surgeons throughout the operation by preparing, providing and caring for instruments and equipment and maintaining a sterile field.

• Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduation from a school of Surgical Technology preferred.
• Certification/Licenses:
  • BLS certification required.
  • Surgical Tech certification required.
• Skills:
  • Knowledge of care and handling of instruments and equipment.
  • Knowledge of sterilization and cleansing procedures.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in English.
• Experience:
  • One or more years experience in an acute care hospital setting in the operating room or an instrument care environment preferred.

• Responsible to: Clinical Manager Operating Room and Director, Surgical Services.

• Bloodborne pathogens - C
  • Employee will be instructed in Universal Precautions and Right to Know.
  • Employee will be expected to utilize all protective equipment available whenever there is a potential for exposure to infectious materials or hazardous chemicals.
  • Cleaning, repair and replacement of this protective equipment will be furnished by the hospital.
  • Utilizes available tools to prevent worker injuries.

• Heavy physical effort requiring standing, walking or lifting most of the day.
• Requires ability to speak, hear and communicate verbal and written materials.