Surgical Tech I
About The Position
Performs the duties of a scrub person; prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process. Eisenhower has been a leader in health care for the Coachella Valley since we opened our medical center in 1971. Since then, we’ve been growing steadily, adding services, capabilities and facilities to anticipate and meet the needs of our expanding area. Today, the Eisenhower name extends far beyond the state-of-the-art care we deliver at the hospital.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED or higher level degree
- Successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information
- Ability to scrub for basic procedures without assistance within assigned area(s) after ninety (90) days of hire
- Critical thinking skills
- Knowledge of the surgical environment regarding traffic patterns and contamination of the sterile field
Nice To Haves
- Certification as a Surgical Technologist
- Experience as a Surgical Technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
- Maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical Services.
- Anticipates surgeon’s needs by reviewing preference card, procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of case and remaining attentive to the progression of the case.
- Maintains orderly instrument table and surgical field.
- Verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with nurse.
- Maintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the nurse.
- Accurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the nurse.
- Prepares instruments for cleaning and re-sterilization.
- Assists with putting away supplies and room turnover.
- Contributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start times.
- Contributes to cost effectiveness by using judgement when opening and using supplies.
- Remains current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing education.
- Participates in department projects.
- Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice.
- May be required to work at alternate sites.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
