Surg Tech
Open in 1 location
Valleywise Health System posts this job as separate openings, each with its own application: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between them.
Arizona
4 open- $25.96–$38.29/hr
Phoenix, AZ (opens on this page)
Regular FT 36 Hours Per Week, Nights shift · Posted 2w ago
- $24–$35.40/hr
Phoenix, AZ (opens on this page)
Regular FT 36 Hours Per Week, Nights shift · Posted 2w ago
- $24–$35.40/hr
Phoenix, AZ (opens on this page)
Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week, Days shift · Posted 2w ago
- $25.96–$38.29/hr
Phoenix, AZ (opens on this page)
Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week, Days shift · Posted 4mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $25.96–$38.29 an hour. Open surgical technologist jobs in Arizona post a median of $38.21 an hour, the middle half $38.21–$38.25, across 15 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Surgical technologists employed in Arizona earn a median of $34.74 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Valleywise Main Hospital in Phoenix reported 142 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 5,249,472 hours worked: 5.4 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Valleywise Health Medical Center
Medicare gives Valleywise Health Medical Center 1 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Arizona's hospitals average 3.0). 74% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 74% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Arizona hospitals by rating.
Surgical tech and sterile processing jobs in our research
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 1.35x · Clicks 22
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 51.4% · Stating an hourly rate 39.0%
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About the job
Surgical Technologist
Overview
As an essential part of the surgical team, you’ll take the lead in ensuring every procedure runs safely, smoothly, and efficiently. Working under minimal direction from the Nurse Manager, you’ll bring expertise, precision, and teamwork to every operating room experience - from setup to post-procedure support.
What You’ll Do
- Lead with skill and confidence: Plan, prepare, and scrub for a wide range of surgical operations, anticipating surgeon needs and adapting to the flow of each case.
- Own the environment: Maintain a sterile, organized, and safe operating room while ensuring every detail supports patient safety and excellent outcomes.
- Master the tools: Assemble, operate, and maintain both simple and complex surgical equipment - including specialized OR technology such as surgical drills and sterilization systems.
- Guard against infection: Monitor sterilizers and sterilization processes to ensure compliance and uphold the highest infection control standards.
- Be a team cornerstone: Collaborate seamlessly with surgeons, nurses, and support staff to deliver exceptional surgical care and contribute to the department’s success.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where precision, teamwork, and compassion come together to change lives. This is your opportunity to grow your surgical expertise and make a lasting difference every day.
Hourly Pay Rate: $25.96 - $38.29
The night shift pay differential will be paid at 18% of the employee's base rate of pay. The weekend shift pay differential will be paid at 8% of the employee's base rate of pay.
Qualifications
Education
- Requires a high school diploma or GED
- Must have graduated from a vocational program for Surgical Technicians or technologists.
- Three (3) years of on-the-job training experience may be accepted in lieu of completion of a vocational program.
Experience
- Requires a minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible Surgical Tech in a multi-specialty complex cases experience demonstrating an understanding of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Prefer three to five (3-5) years of experience with diverse surgical specialties.
Certification/Licensure
- Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) is required and must be maintained.
- Within three months, a BLS card must be obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center.
- Must have Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Requires specialized knowledge and skills in OR practices.
- Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to enhance and encourage collaborative staff and community relationships.
- Must be able to lead and mentor other staff.
- Must be able to respond quickly and be familiar with operating procedures to have instruments ready for surgeons.
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From Valleywise Health System's job posting for Phoenix, AZ, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Valleywise Health System
Valleywise Health System hires nurses, medical assistants and mental health staff in Phoenix, Arizona.
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