Surgical Technician II, OR

Sutter Health • Burlingame, CA

9d • $53 - $64

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.

Requirements

• HS Diploma
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) is required to be eligible for incentive
• 3-year experience as a surgical technician.
• General knowledge of surgical instruments, 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.
• 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.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• preparing the sterile field for surgical operations including the setup of sterile instruments
• assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving
• draping patients for surgery
• directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies
• holding retractors
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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