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KUSCP - Surgical Tech

MEDBRIDGE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

#Patient Care #Healthcare #BLS Certification #Sterile Field #Surgical Instruments #Aseptic Technique #Surgical Technician #Specimen Handling #OR

Quick overview

The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing the sterile field, managing surgical supplies, and providing direct technical assistance to surgeons during procedures. They also handle the sterilization of equipment and the proper disposal of tissue specimens.

Requirements summary

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and a current BLS certification. Proficiency in aseptic techniques and the ability to lift 50 lbs are required.

professional certificatePatient MonitoringBLS CertificationSterile Field MaintenanceEquipment SterilizationPatient PositioningTechnical AssistanceAseptic TechniqueSpecimen CollectionSurgical InstrumentationSurgical Counting

Job description

Job DetailsLevel

ExperiencedJob
Location:
Pasadena,
CA 91105Salary
Range: $35.00 - $45.00
Hourly
Surgical
Technician
Accountable To:
Director of
Nursing
Responsibilities:
Surgical
Technician duties will consist of, but are not limited to: Secure and prepare all supplies required for surgical intervention. Ensure the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in OR. Perform surgical counts according to center policies and procedures. Prepare patient skin for surgical treatment. Help monitor patients during surgery. Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase. Pick for surgical cases and return items that were not used. Perform surgical functions to assist surgeon during surgical procedure. Collect and label specimens taken during surgical procedures. Follow all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures. Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures. Provide technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses, or anesthesiologists. Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure. Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation. Prepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens. Wash and sterilize equipment, using proper products and sterilizing techniques per manufacturers guidelines. Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs. Operate, assemble, adjust, or monitor sterilizers, lights, suction machines, or diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operation. Disinfect all the equipment and tools used after the surgery. Assist with Cleaning and turnover of the operating room after the procedure.
Key
Competencies:
Observant: Effectively observe the procedure and notice relevant details.

Proactive

Anticipate needs of the surgical staff and patients.

Reactive

Provide accurate and timely assistance to match the urgency and necessity of the situation.
Problem
Sensitivity: Able to tell when something needs to be corrected.

Steadiness

Able to keep your hand and arm steady when needed.
QualificationsQualifications: 2+ years’ experience preferred. BLS certification. Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment. Able to lift 50 lbs. Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.