Surgical Technologist II, Torrance - 8hr, Days

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Torrance, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA). Why work here? Beyond outstanding benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
Vocational/Technical Diploma
Graduate of an Accredited School of Surgical Technicians required
2 years Surgical procedures minimum
Basic Life Support (BLS) BCLS Certification Upon Hire required

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) license preferred

Responsibilities

Functions as expert scrub in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery environment and performs first scrub role in a majority of surgical procedures.
Performs the preceptor role for surgical technology students and new hires.
Assists co-workers in the orientation of department processes.
Maintains direct surgeon interaction pre-surgery planning, and active involvement in operational decision making
Prepares operating rooms for surgery and assist with turning over the operating room
Arranges instruments according to the given procedure.
Confirms that instruments work properly and are sterilized.
Maintains the availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays.
Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment
Assists surgeons during surgery by passing instruments and other sterile supplies.
Performs appropriate intraoperative count (instruments, sponges, needles), and labels all medication.
Prepares patients for surgery by washing and disinfecting incision sites.
Transport patients to and from surgery.
Demonstrates knowledge about the equipment used in assigned areas including the care, handling, operations, troubleshooting, and safety precautions.
Recognizes malfunctions and initiates repairs appropriately.
Assembles processes and maintains instruments relevant to the assigned area.
Monitors and updates inventory within the area as assigned.
Demonstrates clinical competency and technical skills for general and special populations.
Aware of patient needs while assisting the RN in implementing the plan of care for each patient.
Assists the RN in prioritizing job duties, physician requests, and interdepartmental procedures as directed by RN.
Interacts with vendors to ensure proper instrument and case specific supplies are ordered, assists in storing and stocking supplies maintain and updates surgeons’ preference cards as needed
Improves the accuracy of patient identification: uses two identifiers when transporting patients between units/departments.
Reduces the risk of patient harm resulting from falls.
Observes patients for the risk of falling and takes action to prevent patient falls.
Controls and maintains perioperative environments (i.e., asepsis, electrical safety, waste management, and traffic patterns).
Establishes and maintains a sterile field.
Maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment.
Reduces the risk of health care-acquired infection by complying with current CDC hand washing guidelines and department policy