Gastroenterology Endoscopy Surgical Tech

Kaiser Permanente; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgical team before, during, and after procedures. You will maintain and prepare instruments and equipment, ensure sterility, and support patient safety in a fast-paced OR.

Responsibilities include setup, instrument delivery, patient positioning, and room turnover, with emphasis on accuracy in counts and aseptic technique.

Qualifications

• One year acute Operating Room experience within the past three years or grad from an approved surgical technician program within the past year.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Strong ability to read and comprehend instructions and memos.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment in good working order, inspecting and testing at least weekly.
• Ensure fluids such as plasma, saline, blood, and glucose are ready for use during operations.
• Coordinate configuration of equipment for ease of use in the OR.
• Place equipment and supplies in the operating room and arrange instruments as directed.
• Check instruments for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality before cases.
• Assist with setup and use of equipment during procedures.
• Allocate equipment for daily procedures and assist the team as needed.
• Assist with positioning patient on the table and don gown and gloves.
• Dons PPE when required and hand instruments to surgeon during operation.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operations.
• Contribute to patient safety goals and promote quality care.
• Clean operating room and assist in room turnover.
• Sterilize equipment; recommend replacement equipment as needed.
• Assemble case carts with supplies for procedures.
• Perform related duties as necessary.

Skills

Acute OR experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist the surgical team before, during, and after procedures. You will maintain and prepare instruments and equipment, ensure sterility, and support patient safety in a fast-paced OR.

Responsibilities include setup, instrument delivery, patient positioning, and room turnover, with emphasis on accuracy in counts and aseptic technique.