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KPMG UK · 1 month ago

Surgical Tech Lead

Las Cruces, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

3+ years exp

KPMG LLP is a leading UK provider of tax, audit and advisory services. The Surgical Technician Lead supports the surgical team by preparing operating rooms, organizing surgical instruments and supplies, and assisting with procedures under the direction of a surgeon and registered nurse. This role ensures adherence to aseptic and infection prevention practices while facilitating high-quality patient care.

Management Consulting

Responsibilities

Prepares the operating room and surgical field with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies for scheduled procedures

Assists the surgical team during procedures by anticipating the surgeon’s needs and passing instruments in a timely, efficient manner

Applies knowledge of aseptic technique, Universal Precautions, and sterilization methods to ensure infection control and patient safety

Conducts and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse according to established protocols

Retains and labels surgical specimens appropriately for pathology and ensures accurate documentation

Performs point-of-use cleaning and transports surgical instruments to designated areas for decontamination and sterilization

Assists with room turnover between cases and ensures proper cleaning, storage, and restocking of instruments and supplies

Supports the maintenance and updating of physician preference cards

Assists in the orientation, training, and ongoing competency of surgical technicians and other team members

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Surgical TechnologySurgical instrumentationSterile techniqueInfection controlAnatomy knowledgePhysiology knowledgeOperating room proceduresCST certificationBCLS certificationABLS certificationCalm under stressTraining ability