Surgical Technologist and Sterile Processing Technician

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist and Sterile Processing Technician are essential roles responsible for the delivery of care to surgical patients. They contribute to the efficient function of the Surgery Department, instructing medical students, nurses, and other technicians in various surgical procedures and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Pick instrument sets and appropriate instrumentation for surgeries, anticipating possible complications and surgeon preferences.
• Scrub, gown, and glove team members for operative procedures.
• Drape patients or assist with draping according to approved methods.
• Handle surgical instruments correctly, ensuring proper functioning and sterile techniques.
• Count sponges and sharps with the circulating nurse at the beginning and end of surgeries.
• Assist with table and room clean-up before and after procedures, preparing for subsequent cases.
• Act as the first assistant to surgeons when needed, which may include retracting tissue and suturing.
• Properly identify and preserve specimens received during surgeries.
• Notify staff of any surgical schedule changes and report maintenance needs of equipment.
• Assist in training and orienting new personnel within the department.
• Maintain clean and organized sterilization equipment and surgical instrument trays.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• Successful graduation from a Surgical Technologist training program or minimum of one year experience in OR scrub nursing.
• Current BLS certification; certification as a Central Supply Technician is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of surgical instruments and medical asepsis practices.
• Ability to perform tasks with high attention to detail and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Willingness to work varying shifts, including weekends and on-call as needed.
• Ability to handle exposure to blood and body tissues safely.

Schedule

Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. Hours may vary depending on case load.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!