What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Tech OR position at Lovelace Westside Hospital?
Overview
Join our team as a full-time Surgical Tech in Albuquerque, NM.
Fulfilling your purpose begins here:
People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:
- Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.
Your team is bigger than your department:
- Lovelace Westside Hospital provides care to Albuquerque’s Westside and Rio Rancho, including a 24-hour emergency department and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient surgical capabilities such as Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), bariatric and orthopedic service lines.
- We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.
Responsibilities
- Assist surgeons with surgical procedures within the operating room under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to include conveying sterile instruments and supplies used in basic to complex surgical procedures.
- Demonstrate expert knowledge of sterile techniques, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field setup including sterilization methods.
- Support physician’s surgical practice in a variety of procedures including a specialty in the operating room.
- Ensure accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments used in all procedures at all times.
- Adhere to policies and procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program or clinical-based program
- Six (6) months experience in an operating room or ambulatory surgery unit
- Current BLS
Preferred Job Requirements:
- One (1) year OR experience
- CORT or CST
Surgical Tech
Lovelace Medical Center -
Albuquerque, NM
