Certified Surgical Tech (CST) L&D

Tenet Healthcare; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto is seeking an Operating Room Technician to support the OR team during night shifts in Labor & Delivery. You will assist the RN/MD, provide basic care within scope and participate in perioperative tasks under supervision.

The role requires completion of an OR technician training program or equivalent military/hospital training, plus at least one year of acute care and OR/OB experience, and good English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal OR Technician training program, or participation in hospital-based OR Technician training.
• Minimum one year experience in an acute care setting and OR/OB experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Assist RN/MD in the Operating Room as an OR Technician.
• Provide high-quality basic care activities within the scope of practice under supervision.
• Consult with Clinical Manager and Department Director as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma

OR Technician training

Job description

Overview

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Type: Part Time

Job Shift: Nights

Holiday Rotation

Department: Labor & Delivery

Reporting to the Charge Nurse/Shift Manager of the assigned area, the Operating Room Technician performs duties under the direction of the WCC OR Supervisor/Registered Nurse (RN). Responsible for providing high quality individualized basic care activities within the scope of practice. The WCC OR Technician is an individual who has received basic education and training to qualify him/her to function in delineated areas of patient care in the Operating Room as an assistant to the RN/MD (surgeon). Consults with Clinical Manager and Department Director as necessary.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: High School diploma preferred.

Minimum Experience/Skills: Completion of formal OR Technician training program, or participation in; Hospital-based OR Technician training program or military OR tech training, minimum one-year experience in an acute care setting, one-year experience in OR/OB, ability to communicate effectively in English (verbally and in writing).

License/Certificates/Credentials:

• Current BLS certification
• Required for Certified Operating Technician only: Certification from an approved Operating Room
• Technician certifying body. (Certified Operating Room Technician)

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing/walking.
• Lift/position up to 50 lbs.
• Push/pull up to 50 lbs of force.
• Moderate reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, manual dexterity and mobility, ability to move quickly.
  

Vision Requirements: Ability to adjust vision sufficiently to perform duties.

Working Conditions

• Regularly exposed to the risk of contagious and blood borne diseases
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations, exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, illness), emergency and crisis situations, subject to irregular hours
• Increased stress due to multiple calls and inquiries, occasional exposure to radiation hazards, radioactive substances, and biohazards.

Organization Description

Doctors Medical Center (DMC), part of the Central Valley Doctors Health System, is the largest full-care hospital between Stockton and Fresno, and from the Sierras to the San Francisco Bay Area, with a 394-bed general acute care and a 67-bed inpatient psychiatric capacity. DMC is known for providing comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and emergency care. Doctors Medical Center offers a wide range of services including cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, emergency and trauma services, minimally-invasive and robotic surgery, women and childrens services, medical/surgical, behavioral health, oncology and critical/intensive care. Join our team!

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