Surgical Technician - Labor and Delivery

Location Address: 1100 Central Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum $19.14, Maximum $29.22 Summary Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Surgical Technician for our Presbyterian Healthcare Services Labor and Delivery Department. Benefits & Growth Opportunities Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) Malpractice liability insurance Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity: Full time

FTE: 0.90

Job Exempt: No Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America) Responsibilities Sign on and Relocation Benefits to Qualified Candidates! Demonstrates ability to problem‑solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Maintain current knowledge of various equipment, procedures and supplies. Adheres to proper surgical procedures of aseptic technique and safety in the use of instruments and equipment. Performs instrument counts prior to each procedure and maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments during the procedure. Secures and prepares all supplies and instruments required for surgical intervention before procedures. Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the OR. Prepares patient skin for surgical treatment. Position and re‑position patient during surgery. Helps monitor patients during surgery. Provides supportive care during the preoperative phase. Performs scrub functions. Ensures that specimens are correctly handled and routed to the proper source. Maintains current knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medications used intraoperatively. Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and publications. Follows all federal, state and departmental safety procedures. Skills Scrub various types of basic surgical procedures: general, OB/gyn, urology. Qualifications HS Diploma or GED plus short‑term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required. Current BLS required at time of Hire. Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment and a working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique. Minimum of 2+ years experience in a hospital or outpatient operating room if not from an accredited training program. Wellness Program Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. EEO Statement AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses. Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Presbyterian Healthcare Services