Travel Surgical Technician

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied is seeking a travel Surgical Technician for a travel job in Fort Mohave, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Surgical Technician Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel The Surgical Technician/Tissue Processing Technician is responsible for the sterilization of surgical equipment, arrange surgical equipment and adjust medical tools to ensure that the surgical devices are functioning properly. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions Assists team members to place and position patient on table Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves Aids team to don gowns and gloves Maintains supply of fluids, such as plasma, saline, blood, and glucose for use during operation Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs other tasks as directed by the surgeon during operation. Puts dressings on patient following surgery Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation Washes and sterilizes equipment, using germicides and sterilizers Cleans operating room Performs other duties as assigned/necessary Minimum Requirements: Surgical Technologist certification as applicable per state and/or client requirement One year experience as a Surgical Technician preferred (Tissue Processing Technologist – only) Degree in biology related field which includes a degree / certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amergis Healthcare, Inc.-Allied Job ID 1064037. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Surgical Technician / Tissue Processing Technician About Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a