Scrub Technician

Northern Arizona Healthcare

. Prepare supplies, instruments, sutures, and equipment for surgical interventions .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeFlagstaff • Arizona • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in surgical procedures, patient care, and aseptic techniques while maintaining compliance with safety regulations and hospital policies. Proficient in managing surgical supplies and equipment, ensuring efficient operating room operations.

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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)BLS Certification1 Year Of OR Tech ExperienceAseptic TechniquesInpatient/Hospital-Based Environment

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Hard Skills

Surgical Instrument PreparationPatient Procedure AssistanceSpecimen HandlingMedication LabelingSurgical Equipment MaintenanceDocumentation Of AssessmentsOperating Room TurnoversClinical Competencies

Soft Skills

Anticipating NeedsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationCertified Surgical Technologist (CST)Tech In Surgery Certified (TS-C)NCCT

Industry Keywords

Surgical InterventionsIntraoperative Patient CareHealthcare Team SupportState And Federal RegulationsHospital Policies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare supplies, instruments, sutures, and equipment for surgical interventions
Provide technical services and assist with or perform patient procedures within unit-specific competencies
Assist the healthcare team during surgical procedures using knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Provide safe intraoperative patient care, including specimen handling and medication labeling and handling
Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during procedures
Maintain, monitor, restock, and appropriately open surgical equipment and supplies
Process and communicate provider preferences to the RN
Facilitate efficient operating-room turnovers
Assist with updating physician preference cards
Participate in training and education of new employees and staff on aseptic techniques and processes
Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, EMR entries, and patient responses
Report safety incidents and monitor the work environment for safety issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED — Required
Completion of OR Technician education — Preferred
BLS certification — Required upon hire
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Tech in Surgery Certified (TS-C), or NCCT — Required
Employee must obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for assigned roles
1 year of OR Tech experience or completion of an external tech training program — Required
Must work in an inpatient/hospital-based environment
Must comply with state and federal regulations, hospital and departmental policies, mandatory modules, and job-specific training