Surgical Tech II

The Surgical Tech II 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.
Follows approved infection control, quality assurance, and department policies and procedures related to the cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments, trays, packs, and reusable medical devices for all hospital departments and PMG clinics.

Type of Opportunity: Per Required Need (PRN)
Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required
• Sterile Processing Certification preferred
• Current BLS required
• Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment
• Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique. Minimum of one years experience in a hospital operating room or outpatient operating room setting.
• One year experience in sterile processing environment, hospital or clinic (medical or veterinary) required

We offer more than the standard benefits!

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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 nin 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 over 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.

 

About Lincoln County Medical Center

Nestled between tall pines and mountain vistas at an elevation of 6,900 feet, Ruidoso is a mountain oasis in southern New Mexico. With a population of nearly 20,000, Lincoln County offers many larger-town amenities in a smaller-community environment, including a wide range of activities from outdoor adventures to art galleries and theaters.

 

Ruidoso is home to Presbyterian's Lincoln County Medical Center which has served the Ruidoso and Lincoln County community since 1950 when the facility first opened as the Ruidoso-Hondo Valley General Hospital. Lincoln County Medical Center is owned by the County of Lincoln, and, since 1972, Lincoln County Medical Center has been leased and managed by Presbyterian Healthcare Services, greatly aiding in its growth and advancement. Learn more about Ruidoso here.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

USD $31.12/Hr.

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.