Surgical Cardiac Tech III - Surgery - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
About The Position
Under general guidance of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Cardiac Tech III applies and demonstrates advanced or expert knowledge, competencies, and skills in surgical and aseptic techniques and practices. The role assists the surgical team, performs a variety of operating-room tasks, prepares, sterilizes, and cleans surgical equipment and instruments, and is responsible for the care and safety of patients under their care. This is an advanced, lead-level position generally assigned more difficult surgical and operative procedures, such as cardiac and/or transplant surgeries, requiring higher-level knowledge, skills, adaptability, critical thinking, and independent judgment. The Surgical Cardiac Tech III may mentor or lead other surgical technicians and may assist with circulating skills and tasks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technician Program.
- Three years of Surgical Technician experience in an acute-care setting, with expertise in at least three surgical specialties, including cardiac and/or liver transplant.
- Experience must include planning, implementing, or participating in a surgical-services process-improvement project.
- Active practice as a Surgical Technician within the six months preceding application.
- Valid Surgical Tech certification (CST) from an accreditation organization, CAAHEP or ABHES.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
- Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); if not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained through renewal before expiration. Required within LA City only.
Responsibilities
- Perform Surgical Tech II responsibilities while handling more difficult surgical and operative procedures, including cardiac and/or transplant cases.
- Adhere to safety standards and policies related to surgical practice, specimen collection, sterile processing, Title 22, and JCAHO.
- Apply aseptic technique and promptly take corrective action when a break in aseptic technique occurs.
- Remain attentive throughout procedures, anticipate the surgical team's needs, and respond appropriately during emergency intraoperative crises.
- Communicate with the circulating nurse and other surgical team members about changes in patient status or surgical progress.
- Arrange and inventory sterile setups for operations.
- Facilitate the flow of surgical interventions by preparing for procedures using updated preference cards and knowledge of instruments and equipment.
- Perform the scrub role, including anticipating team needs, passing instruments, and cutting sutures, according to standards.
- Prepare, clean, and maintain instruments, equipment, and surgical-related items according to established guidelines.
- Transport patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens.
- Prepare the operating room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to the case or procedure.
- Serve as a preceptor in training students.
- Participate in decisions about evaluating and acquiring surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Recommend, implement, and participate in ongoing process-improvement projects.
- Mentor and/or lead other surgical technicians as needed.
- Assist with circulating skills and tasks as needed.
- Perform other assigned duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
