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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona

About this job

BEMC was awarded Magnet designation in 2015! The BEMC Perioperative department performs 8000 surgeries annually in 10 OR suites (including 1 CVOR and 1 robotic room).

Banner Estrella Surgical Services include:
  • Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Ears, Nose and Throat Surgery
  • General Surgery
  • Gynecologic Surgery
  • Neuro/Spine Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery (including MAKO robotics)
  • Outpatient Surgery
  • Podiatry Surgery
  • Robotic Surgery (daVinci robotics)
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Urology Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Cardiovascular (Open Heart) Surgery
We are a Level IV trauma center. We also have an exclusive anesthesia group of anesthesiologists and CRNAs!

The department leadership consists of a master’s prepared nursing director, 2 bachelor’s prepared Senior RN Managers, 5 Clinical Managers, an RN Service Coordinator, a Business Analyst, a Perioperative Education Specialist, a Perioperative I.T. Specialist, Perioperative Schedulers, and a dedicated Perioperative Staff.

BEMC’s first case on time start percentage is over 80% and our turnover times are

BEMC is the first and only hospital in Arizona to participate in the Premiere Perioperative Surgical Home.
  • The perioperative surgical home (PSH) is complementary to the
patient-centered medical home (PCMH) and defines methods for improving

the patient experience and clinical outcomes, and controlling

costs for the care of surgical patients.
  • The PSH is a physician-led care delivery model that includes multispecialty
care teams and cost-efficient use of resources at all levels

through a patient-centered, continuity of care delivery model with

shared decision making.
  • The PSH emphasizes “prehabilitation” of the patient before surgery,
intraoperative optimization, improved return to function through

follow-up, and effective transitions to home or post-acute care to

reduce complications and readmissions.

About Banner Estrella Medical Center
Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 305-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.

About Banner Health
Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.

Job Summary

This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure. Participants in the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned. Is proficient to scrub on a minimum of 2 surgical specialties.

Essential Functions
  • Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and makes minor adjustments or calls biomedical equipment staff. Checks schedule and plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.
  • Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments, retracts tissue and operates equipment during surgery. Maintains competency to scrub in a minimum of 2 surgical specialties.
  • Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
  • Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.
  • Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
  • Participants in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.
  • May provide business support to the department including administravie tasks.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and current basic life support certification, also required is current certification as a surgical technologist.

Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency

This position requires skills and abilities typically attained with 2 or more years of operating room experience and must be able to scrub proficiently on a minimum of 2 surgical specialties. The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology is highly preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.