Ortho Surgical Tech

CommonSpirit Health • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Ortho Surgical Tech is an integral member of the surgical team, providing skilled assistance for safe and efficient procedures. The role prepares the operating room and assists surgeons and nurses by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and maintaining the sterile field. The technician counts items, handles specimens, assists with patient positioning, and follows aseptic technique. The position also assists the orthopedic surgeon, orders required special instrumentation and prostheses for orthopedic and other cases using special instrumentation, and prepares specialty equipment, cameras, and video equipment. The technician serves as a resource person and provides instruction to staff and surgeons on new equipment and instrumentation in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines.

Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, acute-care nonprofit hospital in downtown Los Angeles, serving more than 100,000 patients annually. Its services include a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, women’s health, and a family birth center. The hospital is part of Dignity Health and CommonSpirit Health.

Requirements

• Fire Safety training within 90 days.
• High school graduate.
• Certified Surgical Technologist.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the orthopedic surgeon during surgery.
• Order required special instrumentation and prostheses for orthopedic cases and other cases using special instrumentation in a timely manner.
• Prepare orthopedic special equipment and equipment for other specialty cases, including cameras and video equipment.
• Serve as a resource person for specialty equipment and instrumentation.
• Prepare the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Anticipate surgical team needs and pass instruments while maintaining the sterile field.
• Count items, handle specimens, and assist with patient positioning.
• Follow aseptic technique for self and others according to AORN standards and practices.
• Ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are available, clean, and in good working condition before surgery.
• Provide in-service instruction to staff and surgeons on new equipment and instrumentation according to manufacturers’ guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED