Associate Surgical Technician - Outpatient Oncology

Providence • Santa Monica, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Associate Surgical Technician at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, CA. This position is Full-time and will work 8-hour, Day shifts. Join Providence Saint John's Health Center, recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 17 types of care by U.S. News & World Report and honored by Newsweek and Healthgrades for exceptional clinical quality. Be a part of our distinguished team dedicated to excellence in patient care. We are on the Magnet journey, and we were just awarded a 5-star rating for quality, safe care from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Working under the direct supervision of the circulating Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the Specialty Coordinators and Principals of Schedule Management and Specialty Management, the Surgical Technician is an individual with demonstrated competence in surgical scrubbing technique(s) who provides scrub services for the department by: Ensuring the functionality, availability and sterility of OR supplies and equipment prior to the start of the daily caseload. Scrubbing and handling instruments during surgical procedures. Adhering to standards of aseptic technique in all phases of surgical intervention. Demonstrating competence in performing scrub services for a variety of surgical procedures. Assisting designated Specialty Coordinator in receiving and stocking supplies/equipment for a cluster of specialties. Reporting variations in stock inventory level(s) to designated Specialty Coordinator. Communicating opportunities for systems improvement to designated Specialty Coordinator. Participating in selected patient care activities such as room turnover and transporting as needed. Participating in meeting the department's budgetary objectives. Supporting the philosophy, objectives and goals of hospital administration and its representatives. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Saint Johns Health Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we Providence know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Coursework/Training: Completion of approved Surgical Technician course.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Upon hire: Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA)
• 2 years Experience as Scrub Technician.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the functionality, availability and sterility of OR supplies and equipment prior to the start of the daily caseload.
• Scrubbing and handling instruments during surgical procedures.
• Adhering to standards of aseptic technique in all phases of surgical intervention.
• Demonstrating competence in performing scrub services for a variety of surgical procedures.
• Assisting designated Specialty Coordinator in receiving and stocking supplies/equipment for a cluster of specialties.
• Reporting variations in stock inventory level(s) to designated Specialty Coordinator.
• Communicating opportunities for systems improvement to designated Specialty Coordinator.
• Participating in selected patient care activities such as room turnover and transporting as needed.
• Participating in meeting the department's budgetary objectives.
• Supporting the philosophy, objectives and goals of hospital administration and its representatives.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed