Surgical Tech/Senior Surgical Technician - Operating Room - PT Night

University of California, Irvine•Orange, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Sr. Surgical Tech works as part of the healthcare team to assist with direct patient care activities during medical procedures and ensure the environment is safe, equipment is functioning properly and procedures is conducted in a way to maximize patient safety. Prepares and stocks the OR before and after surgery, by gathering and organizing clean and sterile supplies. Sets sterile instrument fields; maintains and monitors aseptic techniques. Assists with the orientation of new staff and participates on departmental committees.

Requirements

Two years of demonstrated surgical technologist experience in multiple specialties in an acute care facility
Successful completion of an accredited course in surgical technology
BLS Required
Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, and understanding of medical terminology

Nice To Haves

Scrub Technician Certification

Responsibilities

Assist with direct patient care activities during medical procedures
Ensure the environment is safe
Ensure equipment is functioning properly
Ensure procedures is conducted in a way to maximize patient safety
Prepare and stock the OR before and after surgery, by gathering and organizing clean and sterile supplies
Set sterile instrument fields
Maintain and monitor aseptic techniques
Assist with the orientation of new staff
Participate on departmental committees