Surgical Tech Per Diem Days

CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$52 - $60

About The Position

CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (HPMC) is an acute care facility serving the Hollywood community and surrounding areas since 1924. The hospital provides quality medical and nursing care to local multicultural communities and is part of a global healthcare enterprise that operates hospitals and research centers in the U.S. and Korea. The Surgical Tech performs surgical scrub duties across specialties and works with physicians and registered nurses throughout operating room procedures. The role prepares and maintains the sterile field, instruments, supplies, equipment, and operating area; anticipates procedure needs; supports patient safety; and contributes to efficient department operations. This is a per diem, day-shift position with 8-hour shifts and a minimum of 8 hours per week or 16 hours biweekly.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
One year of clinical experience as a Surgical Technologist.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Assault Response Competency (ARC), required within 30 days of hire.
Los Angeles County Fire & Safety Card, required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform surgical scrub duties in all specialties, including patient positioning and draping, sterile instrument and supply setup, collaboration with surgeons, assistance with sponge, needle, and instrument counts, and help with cast and dressing applications.
Ensure instruments and equipment are ordered as requested by physicians; maintain disposable supplies and order supplies as needed.
Handle specimens, surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment appropriately, including flash sterilization; assist the CN with sterilization logs and staff compliance.
Prepare for surgical procedures by anticipating physician and patient needs, organizing the operating area, using surgeons’ preference cards, and selecting appropriate supplies and equipment cost-effectively.
Care for equipment to prolong its useful life; prioritize and use time efficiently; delegate tasks effectively to support department productivity and functioning.
Create and maintain the sterile field.
Provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families and use patient restraints appropriately.
Work efficiently with physicians and RNs across a variety of operating-room procedures using specialized equipment, trays, and instruments.
Answer the telephone promptly and courteously, addressing callers and patients appropriately by name or title.
Respond efficiently to crises and emergencies by following established protocols, remaining calm, and informing appropriate people.
Demonstrate age-specific care, including identifying safety needs, considering normal physiological values, assessing skin integrity, behavior, motor skills, and activities that may place patients at risk, and communicating appropriately.
Use personal protective equipment and universal precautions appropriately.
Perform other duties as assigned.