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Surgical Technician II

Sutter Health

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Quick overview

The role is responsible for preparing the sterile field for surgical operations, including setting up sterile instruments and assisting surgeons with gowning, gloving, and draping patients. The technician directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments, holding retractors, and anticipating the needs of the surgeons.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and be a graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or possess equivalent military training. Required certifications include BLS and Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST), along with at least one year of recent relevant experience.

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Job description

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SOPS-Sutter
Outpatient
Services -
San
Francisco
Position
Overview: 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.

Job Description

EDUCATION: HS Diploma or GED Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (or has certification that evidences education) OR Military training as a scrub tech

Certification & licensure

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) is required to be eligible for incentive

Typical experience

1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills and knowledge

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. 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. These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.