Surgical Tech OR
Lovelace Health System
- Location
- Onsite (Albuquerque, New Mexico)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
Lovelace Health System is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist surgeons in the operating room at Lovelace Westside Hospital in Albuquerque. The role involves managing sterile instruments and ensuring patient safety within a people-first healthcare environment.
Skills
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Comprehensive health benefits
Perks
- Sign-on bonus
- Tuition assistance
Full job details
You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.
Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Surgical Technician, OR in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- 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.
Learn About a Day In the Life of a Surgical Tech:
Responsibilities
Assists surgeons with surgical procedures within the operating room under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, including conveying sterile instruments and supplies used in basic to complex surgical procedures. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or clinical-based program.
- Anatomy and Physiology, sterile technique, medical terminology, instrumentation, and medical equipment knowledge.
- Clinical Competencies; Sterilization techniques; Operating Room instruments and supplies; medical terminology.
- Six (6) months of experience in an operating room or ambulatory surgery unit.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Certified OR Tech.
- One (1) year OR experience,
- CORT or CST.