Lead Surgical Technician (Full-time, Day Shift)

Adventist Health•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a 353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse city. Job Summary: Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile field. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance of supplies. Coordinates resources to improve utilization and decrease turnaround times and delays. Provides Annual Process Improvement Project to further the quality of the department. Performs level I, II, and III cases. Reviews, checks and/or directs the work of junior staff.

Requirements

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Three years' technical experience: Preferred
Completion of an Operating Room (OR) training course: Preferred
Surgery Technician certification: Preferred
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case.
Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures.
Reviews inventory and orders equipment for specialty as assigned.
Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization.
Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care.
Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary.
Performs housekeeping duties as requested.
Participates and trains staff and students on new equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.
Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities.
Provides clerical duties.
Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards.
Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique.
Properly labels solutions according to established standards.
Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.