CHRISTUS Health is hiring: Surgical Tech - OR - 661200 in Alamogordo

Description • Understands the services provided by the surgeon in relation to the patient’s restoration to health and return to the community. • Functions efficiently and professionally in all aspects of surgical care, both routine and special procedures. • Applies the principals of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner. Differentiates sterilization methods required for specific instruments and equipment. • Prepares, and know the specific uses of, all equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures. • Demonstrates knowledge of the step-by-step progress of specific surgical procedures and displays dexterity in the use of the required instrumentation. • Anticipates the needs of the surgeon to minimize the patient’s exposure to surgical and anesthetic states • Identifies emergency situations and uses sound judgment in instituting established procedures to respond to emergencies in a calm, efficient manner. • Integrates operating room services with the total hospital environment. • Completes assigned duties during shift as evidenced by lack of unjustified overtime. Reports off to the appropriate licensed nurse at end of shift. • Does not abuse sick or personal days. Maintains personal health, adheres to sick policy guidelines. • Demonstrates neatness, cleanliness, and appropriate grooming. Adheres to dress code policy. Requirements Education Required: High School Licenses & Certifications Preferred: C-Cert Surgical Tech C-BLS