The Surgical Tech 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.
Type of Opportunity: Full Time
Work Schedule: Weekday Schedule Monday-Friday
Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.
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This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)
Demonstrates effective problem-solving aligned with surgical procedures
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of equipment, supplies, anatomy, and intraoperative medications
Adheres strictly to aseptic techniques, PPE protocol, and safety standards during surgical procedures
Performs accurate instrument, needle, and sponge counts before and during surgery
Prepares sterile field, instruments, and equipment for surgery
Assists with patient skin prep, positioning, and monitoring during operations
Provides support in the pre-operative phase and performs scrub functions
Correctly handles and routes surgical specimens
Inspects, assembles, and sterilizes instruments, trays, and specialty equipment
Decontaminates and stores GI endoscopes following high-level disinfection protocols
Selects proper sterilization methods and ensures sterilization parameters are met
Accurately documents all sterilization and QA records per regulatory standards
Operates specialized cleaning and sterilization equipment per manufacturer instructions
Validates event-related protocols and monitors biological and chemical indicators
Restocks, inventories, and distributes instruments across hospital departments and clinics
Stays current in field practices through seminars, workshops, and literature
Complies with all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures
Performs additional responsibilities as required within perioperative support functions
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.