About the position
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
Responsibilities
- Facilitates the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
- Ensures that the operating room environment is safe and that equipment functions properly.
- Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
- Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and maintenance of the sterile field.
- Collects patient data and completes required documentation with appropriate responses according to unit standards.
- Identifies patient's problems/needs and sets priorities.
- Performs assessment using critical thinking skills and responds appropriately.
- Maintains stocks of supplies and equipment and disposes of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
- Provides treatments/procedures and other care as prescribed and according to patient care standards.
- Acts as an advocate and coordinator of patient care with other health care personnel.
- Prepares medications per policy and follows hospital-based policy regarding equipment maintenance and infection control measures.
- Schedules and monitors patient appointments both internally and externally.
- Educates patients regarding schedule and provides care conforming to accepted practice standards.
- Evaluates effectiveness of care and notifies appropriate personnel of issues.
- Covers for and assists with other functions as requested.
- Greets patients and arranges for hospital admission and laboratory services.
- Complies with policies addressing safe working conditions.
- Integrates cost-effective measures and manages costs while rendering quality patient care.
- Recognizes unit problems and takes responsibility for notifying appropriate personnel and documenting.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist training program.
- Participation in continuing education programs.
- 2 years surgical tech experience preferred.
- Be team oriented and proficient in most generalized surgical specialties.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in Neurosurgery, Ortho, Breast Reconstruction, Head & Neck/Microvascular surgery, minimally invasive, Thoracic, GYN/GU cases.
Benefits
- 401(k) Savings & Retirement.
- Life & Disability Insurance.
- Health Spending & Voluntary benefits.
- Empowered Time Off & Employee Assistance Programs.
- 529 College Savings Plan, College Benefits & Tuition Reimbursement.
- Parental Leave, Adoption, Childcare and Elderly care services.
- 21 Personal Time Off Days and 7 Holidays off each year.
