Operating Room Scrub Surgical Technologist
Albuquerque, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Scrub/Surgical Tech

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Employment Type: Clinical - Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provides assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the Operating Room. Works under the supervision of the surgeon. Facilitates a safe, effective, and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety. Floating between departments and/or local locations within 20 miles is required.

Essential Duties

• Demonstrate problem-solving skills related to surgical procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of equipment, procedures, and supplies.
• Adhere to proper surgical aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
• Perform instrument counts before and during procedures, maintaining accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Prepare and secure all supplies and instruments required for surgery.
• Ensure preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the OR.
• Prepare patient skin for surgical treatment.
• Position and reposition patients during surgery.
• Assist in monitoring patients during surgery.
• Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
• Perform scrub functions.
• Ensure correct handling and routing of specimens.
• Maintain knowledge of anatomy/physiology and intraoperative medications.
• Stay current with developments in the field through seminars, workshops, and publications.
• Follow all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• High School Diploma or GED and completion of a Surgical Technician training program.
• Certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Orthopedics, ENT, and/or Vascular surgery is a plus.
• Experience with Epic software preferred but not required; training available on-site.
• Certified Surgical Technician (CST) through NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery certification through NCCT.

Additional Information

• Must be willing to float between departments and local locations within a 20-mile radius.