Surgical Scrub Tech Surgery job in Albuquerque, NM

Surgical Scrub Tech, Surgery, Full-Time job, Days, Albuquerque, NM

  We are looking for a Surgical Scrub Tech to join our Surgical team in Albuquerque, NM.

  This full-time job is located at Lovelace Women’s Hospital, the first and only hospital in New Mexico dedicated to women’s health, offers a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, a natural birthing center, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Surgical Scrub Tech Job Responsibilities:

• Assists surgeons with surgical procedures within the operating room under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to include conveying sterile instruments and supplies used in basic to complex surgical procedures. 
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of sterile techniques, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field setup including sterilization methods.
•   Supports physician’s surgical practice in a variety of procedures including a specialty in the operating room. 
•   Ensures accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments used in all procedures at all times. 

Surgical Scrub Tech Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent; Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program or clinical-based program
• Six (6) months experience in an operating room or ambulatory surgery unit
• One (1) year OR experience desired
• Current BLS
• CORT or CST desired
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of Sterilization techniques and Operating Room instruments and supplies
• Training in Anatomy and Physiology
• Excellent critical thinking skills

Why Lovelace?

• Robotic surgery program named a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation
• Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Breast Centers since 2015
• 2016-2018 Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety
• Named to Modern Healthcare’s 100 Best Places to work since 2008

Lovelace is a drug-free employer with smoke free campuses.

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