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Job Description
Join Presbyterian Healthcare Services as a Surgical Technician, where you will play a critical role in supporting surgical teams and ensuring patient safety in the operating room. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrates effective problem-solving aligned with surgical procedures
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of equipment, supplies, anatomy, and intraoperative medications
Adheres strictly to aseptic techniques, PPE protocol, and safety standards during surgical procedures
Performs accurate instrument, needle, and sponge counts before and during surgery
Prepares sterile field, instruments, and equipment for surgery
Assists with patient skin prep, positioning, and monitoring during operations
Provides support in the pre-operative phase and performs scrub functions
Correctly handles and routes surgical specimens
Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes instruments, trays, and specialty equipment
Decontaminates and stores GI endoscopes following high-level disinfection protocols
Selects proper sterilization methods and ensures sterilization parameters are met
Accurately documents all sterilization and QA records per regulatory standards
Operates specialized cleaning and sterilization equipment per manufacturer instructions
Validates event-related protocols and monitors biological and chemical indicators
Restocks, inventories, and distributes instruments across hospital departments and clinics
Stays current in field practices through seminars, workshops, and literature
Complies with all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures
Performs additional responsibilities as required within perioperative support functions
Required Qualifications
HS Diploma or GED required
Current BLS required at time of hire
Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique
Preferred Qualifications
Short-term training in operating room setting preferred
Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies and/or instruments preferred
Benefits & Perks
Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidatesEducational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursementStrongline Staff Safety wearable badgeShift differentials for nights and weekendsDifferentials for higher education, certifications and various lead rolesMalpractice liability insuranceLoan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education DepartmentEPIC electronic charting systemAccess to wellness programs, including gyms and nutrition coaching