Surgical Technician II, Operating Room

Sutter Health • Fremont, CA

1d • $51 - $61

About The Position

Responsible for preparing the sterile field for surgical operations including the setup of sterile instruments, assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving, and draping patients for surgery. Directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department. Within a two-week timeframe: One week will be 2 days and the other week will be 3 days

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program
• Military Training as a Scrub Tech
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) is required to be eligible for incentive
• General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions

Nice To Haves

• Ambulatory Experience Preferred

Responsibilities

• Preparing the sterile field for surgical operations including the setup of sterile instruments
• Assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving
• Draping patients for surgery
• Supporting the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies
• Holding retractors
• Anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery
• Supporting the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed
• Adhering to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care
• Performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department

Benefits

• Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
• Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.
• Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.
• Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
• Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization.
• As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED