Scrub Tech
KPC GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTERS INC.•Hemet, CA
•$24 - $36
About The Position
The surgical technician assists surgeons and other medical professionals in hospital operating rooms and surgery center environments. The primary duty is preparing patient rooms and equipment for surgical procedures, while also assisting the surgical team during procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or a combination of education and experience.
- Surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program.
- BLS certification.
- Familiarity with surgical instruments and equipment.
- Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods.
- Arm and hand dexterity.
- Close and distant vision, color perception, and hearing.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
- May need to stand for long periods depending on the surgery.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience in a hospital or outpatient operating room is highly desired.
- American Heart Association BLS is preferred.
- Surgical Technician certification from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Secure and prepare all supplies required for surgical intervention.
- Prepare and maintain the sterile field in the operating room, and clean and care for surgical instruments according to AORN guidelines.
- Perform instrument counts before each procedure.
- Help surgeons and nurses enter the sterile environment by assisting them with caps, gloves, and operating room clothing.
- Ensure sterile procedures are not violated during surgery.
- Prepare patients for surgery, including shaving, cleaning, and disinfecting surgical sites.
- Support the surgeon by passing instruments during surgery.
- Position and reposition patients during surgery.
- Help monitor patients during surgery and maintain patient safety.
- Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
- Collect and label specimens taken during surgical procedures.
- Follow federal, state, and departmental safety procedures.
- Assist with transporting patients to and from the operating room.
- Deliver patient charts with physician orders to nursing staff.
- Assist with terminal cleaning.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
