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FSH OR Technician PRN

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.

$65,592 / year median in California

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

To provide high quality of care through compassion to all we serve by creating a supportive environment for our patients, clinical staff and employees.
Job Summary:
Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Ensures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.
Reasonable Accommodation:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.
Required Skills:
Required Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to demonstrate clear oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively plan and prioritize work. Ability to maintain collaborative working relationships to ensure a positive and productive work environment. Ability to provide exceptional customer service. Knowledge and proficiency of surgical equipment and assisting in procedure. PC competency, working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel)
Essential Functions:
Check all equipment for proper functioning. Assist in moving patient to and from operating table and in proper positioning of patient. Assist in the preparation of the surgical suite Assist the surgeon in draping the operative field to provide a sterile work area. Follows Scrub-Gown-Gloving Procedures. Assist the surgeon in gowning and gloving. Assist the surgeon in the surgical procedure by keeping instruments clean and perform accurate sponge, needle and instrument counts in conjunction with the Circulating Nurse. Completes documentation within shift and meets current standards, policies and procedures. Drape mayo stand and back table ensuring aseptic technique. Gathers instruments and supplies per surgeon's preference. Maintaining sterile techniques and apply dressing as indicated by surgeon. Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of assigned case and instruments and/or trays to be pulled for the procedure. Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of facts and good judgment within the Operating Room Technician's scope of practice. Opens case prior to surgical intervention ensuring all instruments and supplies are sterile. Prepare instruments and supplies in an orderly manner to expedite the surgical procedure. Report any malfunction in instruments or equipment to the Director of Surgical Services. Responsible for assisting the Surgical Team. Returns unused supplies and instruments to proper storage areas. Utility room to be cleaned and made ready for reprocessing. At the conclusion of surgical procedure, transport all instruments soiled. Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
Education & Work Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related experience and/or training preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Surgical Technician Certification preferred.
Salary:
$38/hr. 10hr. shifts