Surgical Tech

About the role

As our Surgical Tech, you will work under the supervision of the surgeon and RN, playing a vital role in keeping the operating room organized, sterile, and ready for safe, efficient surgical procedures. Following a major expansion, Holy Cross Hospital Jordan Valley's capacity tripled, now housing 171 beds to serve our growing community. We have invested substantially in advanced technology and state-of-the-art equipment, which has attracted our top-notch medical staff and a team of highly skilled nurses. Our entire hospital team is dedicated to providing expert care in a warm, family-friendly environment. We are a Level III Trauma center, STEMI Cardiac receiving center, and certified stroke treatment center. Our employees are continually prepared, accountable, inspired and ensure compliance with the highest levels of quality care and patient safety standards. Recently given the Women's Choice Award for America's 100 Best Hospitals Emergency Care, we are the only designated trauma center west of I-15 in the Salt Lake Valley.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and inventory sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical cases.
• Pass items to surgeons and nurses as needed throughout the procedure.
• Assist in preparing and moving patients.
• Sterilize and clean instruments, equipment, and rooms between cases.
• Set up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure.
• Maintain highest standard of sterile technique during procedure by checking package integrity, indicators and opening procedures.
• Perform appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation, before incision is closed and as needed.
• Prepare solutions and medications used; properly label and report amounts used for charting.
• Prepare back table and mayo stand anticipating needs of the surgeon and through the use of the surgeon’s preference card.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Current registration as a Surgical Technologist required for employees working in Colorado, unless performing Surgical Technologist functions within the scope of another clinical license in the state of employment. A license is not required in UT or KS.
• Preferred: Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program
• Preferred: One (1) year of experience in a surgical setting
• Preferred: Experience in a specialty field

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
• Solid knowledge of sterile technique
• Effective teamwork and communication skills

Pay

$23.69 - $35.24 /hour