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Surgical Technologist OR Operating Room

Banner Health, Casa Grande, Arizona, United States, 85230

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Surgical Technologist OR Operating Room

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Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are a great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

We currently have a variety of day and evening shifts available. Recent inpatient experience as a Surgical Technologist is required.

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy: Competitive wages; Paid orientation; Flexible Schedules (select positions); Fewer Shifts Cancelled; Weekly pay; 403(b) Pre-tax retirement; Employee Assistance Program; Employee wellness program; Discount Entertainment tickets; Restaurant/Shopping discounts; Auto Purchase Plan. Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (employment, criminal and education) is required.

Position Summary: This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during the surgical procedure. May participate in training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned. Must be proficient to scrub on a minimum of two surgical specialties.

Primary Details Primary City/State:

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name:

Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Core Functions

Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and makes minor adjustments or calls biomedical equipment staff. Checks schedule and plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.

Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue. Maintains competency to scrub in a minimum of two surgical specialties.

Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.

Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.

Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.

Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.

May provide business support to the department including administrative tasks.

This position follows safety procedures in regards to medication labeling, handling of specimens, sharps, time-out procedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling and disassembling instruments. Participates in emergency call rotation. Is proficient to scrub on at least two surgical specialties.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.

Certified as a surgical technologist OR two to three years of experience in a surgical technologist role. Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.

Must be able to scrub proficiently on a minimum of two surgical specialties. Must have manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology is highly preferred.

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