Experienced Surgical Technologist - Plastic Surgery

Fashion Island Surgery Center; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Insurance benefits

Job summary

Fashion Island Surgery Center in Newport Beach, CA, is seeking an Experienced Surgical Tech/SPD Tech to assist surgeons during plastic surgery procedures. This full-time position includes pre-surgery setup and post-operation tasks, as well as maintaining a clean and organized environment.

Applicants must have at least 3 years of experience in plastic surgery and be prepared to work flexible hours including occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• 3 years previous experience in plastic surgery required.
• Ability to prepare and decontaminate surgical instruments.
• Experience working in an Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with necessary tools and supplies.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery.
• Cleans and stocks patient rooms and common areas.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Infection prevention

Instrument handling

Job description

Experienced Surgical Tech/SPD Tech is responsible for assisting surgeons and other members of the surgical team during operations, including pre-surgery setup and post-operation tasks. Full time position available. Benefits include paid time off, retirement, insurance benefits for full time employees.

Duties:

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery.
• Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
• Decontaminate surgical instruments and equipment following established infection prevention protocols.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage.

Qualifications:

• 3 years previous experience in plastic surgery required.

Healthcare setting:

• Ambulatory Surgery Center specializing in Plastic Surgery located in Newport Beach, CA.

Schedule:

• Morning shift.
• Evening shift.
• Occasional Saturday shifts.