Job Description

Surgical Tech I - Operating Room at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary:

The Surgical Tech I assists surgeons by preparing and providing instruments during various surgical procedures in the operating room, ensuring a safe and efficient environment. This part-time role requires knowledge of sterile techniques, surgical instruments, and basic surgical procedures, with BLS certification at hire. The position is with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, offering career development, benefits, and sign-on bonuses in a community-focused healthcare system.

Location Address:

211 Sudderth Dr , Ruidoso, New Mexico 88345-6002, United States of America

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $:

19.14

Maximum Offer for this position is up to $:

29.22

Summary:

Build your career while making a difference. Presbyterian is seeking a Surgical Tech I in the Operating Room at Lincoln County Medical Center in Ruidoso, New Mexico.

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity:

Part time

FTE:

0.45

Job Exempt:

No

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Job Description:

The Surgical Tech I 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.

Type of Opportunity: Part Time
Work Schedule: Days

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates .

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Scrub various types of basic surgical procedures: general, OB/gyn, urology, gastroenterology.
• Short-term training in operating room setting preferred.
• Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies and/or instruments preferred.
• Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment. Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
• BLS Required at time of hire

Why Presbyterian Healthcare Services?

Presbyterian offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, and optional voluntary benefits.

The Employee Wellness Rewards Program encourages staff to engage in health-enhancing activities—like challenges, webinars, and screenings—with opportunities to earn gift cards and other incentives.

As a mission-driven organization, Presbyterian is deeply committed to improving community health across New Mexico through initiatives like growers' markets and local partnerships.

Founded in 1908, Presbyterian is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. With nearly 14,000 employees, it is the largest private employer in the state, serving over 580,000 health plan members through Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial plans.

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

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Learn more about our employee benefits.

Presbyterian is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We believe that our environment should reflect the diversity of our community.

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 nine 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 more than 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.

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

Compensation Disclaimer

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. We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Keywords:

surgical tech, operating room, surgical instruments, sterile technique, surgical procedures, BLS certification, healthcare jobs, Presbyterian Healthcare, surgical technologist, patient safety

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Local area, Relocation package, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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