Surgical Technologist OR Operating Room
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department
Name: Surg-Hosp Work Shift: Varied Job Category: Clinical Care $10k
sign-on bonus for experienced Surgical Technicians T ake a virtual
tour of a unit at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson. Banner
Health was named to Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies in America
2025 list for the third consecutive year and named to Newsweek's
list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America for the second year
in a row. We’re proud to be recognized for our commitment to the
latest health care advancements and excellent patient care. Banner
– University Medical Center Tucson has been named as Tucson’s top
hospital and ranked third best in Arizona by U.S. News & World
Report in its latest rankings. The 2024-2025 Best Regional Hospital
designations are based on U.S. News & World Reports’ rankings of
hospitals in 15 specialties and ratings of hospitals’ performance
in 20 procedures and conditions. As an Intraop Surgical
Technologist , you will bring your experience and passion for
health care to our Surgery department! SHIFT DETAILS Employment
Type: Full-time Hours per Week: 5-8s, 4-10s or 3-12s Shift: Days,
Midshift and Nights Schedule: Monday-Friday On Call: Yes, weekend
and holiday rotations required. Enjoy a flat rate $5/hr for call,
$3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift
differential, when applicable. *Recruiter will go over eligibility
for sign-on bonus and schedule details during interview. Banner -
University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for
providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care
professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located
on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its
specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive
care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University
Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care
for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is
consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the
prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The
academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the
only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of
the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition
Program® for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are
full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and
cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ
transplant program. POSITION 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. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Prepares for
surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and
ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for
correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical
case needs. 2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments
and retracts tissue. 3. 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 of sharps,
instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning
following each case. 4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards
and pick lists are accurate. 5. Assists with OR turnover between
cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning
operating rooms. 6. May provide business support to the department
including assigned administrative tasks. 7. Participates in or
leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and
students, as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school
diploma/GED and current basic life support certification. Where
applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency 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 a certified school
of surgical technology or two years of operating room experience.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO
Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a
drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
Keywords: Banner Health, Maricopa , Surgical Technologist OR Operating Room, Healthcare , Tucson, Arizona
