Surgical Technician (Full-time, Day Shift)

Adventist Health • Los Angeles, CA

3d

About The Position

Centered in the heart of Boyle Heights, Adventist Health White Memorial is one
of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1913. We are comprised of a
353-bed hospital, three medical office buildings, residency programs,
comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of services located in the Los
Angeles area. In 2019, Adventist Health White Memorial was recognized with the
Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor
for performance excellence. We are proud to promote wellness in the community at
the local farmers market and through our community resource center with services
for seniors and Spanish-speakers. Los Angeles is known for its art, rich
culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for
everyone in this culturally diverse city.

Job Summary:

Assists the surgical team in the preparation of surgical procedures in the
operating room. Prepares surgical cases by creating and maintaining a sterile
field, retracting and passing instruments, supplies and medications to surgeons
during cases. Performs a variety of technical skills, including the maintenance
of supplies.

Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Scrub technician experience: Preferred
• Operating room experience and/or training course: Preferred
• Surgery Technician certification: Preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares for each surgical case by accurately checking required supplies and equipment prior to case. Assembles appropriate supplies/equipment prior to operative procedures. Reviews equipment inventory for specialty as assigned. Sets up operative instrumentation/sterile field for expedient retrieval/utilization.
• Collects data on assigned surgical cases by the unit based Performance Standards of Care. Cleans equipment and facilities as necessary. Performs housekeeping duties as requested.
• Transports patients according to unit schedules and priorities. Provides clerical duties.
• Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards.
• Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful attention to aseptic technique. Labels solutions according to established standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED