Surg Tech Labor and Delivery - Valleywise Health
Phoenix, AZ
About the Job
Facility: Valleywise Health Medical Center
Department: Labor & Delivery - Roosevelt
Schedule: Regular PT 24 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Nights
Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position plans for and scrubs diverse surgical operations; anticipates the needs of surgeons; assembles specialized OR equipment, i.e., surgical drills; maintains an aseptic environment; and provides for patient safety. Cares for the instruments/equipment used. Operates simple and complex surgical equipment. Monitors sterilizers and sterilization processes. Participates as a team member during surgical operations and in accomplishing all the support work of the department.
Hourly Pay Rate: $21.34 - $31.48
Qualifications
Education:
- Requires a high school diploma or GED.
- Must have graduated from a vocational program for Surgical Technicians or Technologist.
- Three (3) years of on-the-job training experience may be accepted in place of completion of a vocational program.
Experience:
- Prefer three to five (3-5) years of experience with diverse surgical specialties.
Certification/Licensure:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support certification is required.
- Requires BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
- Requires specialized knowledge and skills in operating room practices.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills are utilized to enhance and encourage collaborative staff and community relationships.
- Must be able to respond quickly and be familiar with operating procedures to have instruments ready for surgeons.
Source : Valleywise Health