Senior Surgical Technician - Outpatient Surgery - San Jose

Kaiser Permanente; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Senior Surgical Technician for their outpatient surgery team in San Jose. This role involves providing expert support to the surgical team, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and equipment functionality. Candidates will lead and train other technicians, maintain operating room cleanliness, and assist with surgical procedures. With a focus on quality care, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient outcomes in a dynamic environment. Join a team committed to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of acute Operating Room experience required.
• Certification in Surgical Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team with setup and maintenance of instruments.
• Lead and coordinate work of Surgical Technicians.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Patient Safety Initiatives

Equipment Sterilization

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Operating Room Equipment

Job description

Senior Surgical Technician - Outpatient Surgery - San Jose

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Job Summary

Under direct supervision, assists the surgical team before, during, and after surgery. Provides expert support, assistance, and maintenance of instruments and equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train, and report on the work of one or more Surgical Technicians, or demonstrate equivalent experience and skills.
• Configure equipment for ease of use, ensure sterility and functionality, assist with setup and equipment during procedures, and allocate equipment daily.
• Assist team members with patient positioning, scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and donning protective gear.
• Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons, hold retractors, and perform tasks as directed. Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedures. Apply dressings post-surgery.
• Participate actively in patient safety and quality care initiatives.
• Maintain operating room cleanliness and assist with room turnover.
• Wash, sterilize, and maintain equipment.
• Recommend guidelines for equipment use, purchases, and supplies to management.
• Assemble and prepare case carts with necessary supplies and instruments.
• Perform other duties as needed. Supervisory responsibilities include motivating and directing other employees without hiring or disciplinary authority.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of current acute Operating Room experience.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Additional Requirements

• Surgical Technicians certified by recognized bodies qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians.
• Experience with various surgical specialties preferred.
• Willingness to train RNs and other staff in scrub roles.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and write instructions and correspondence; basic computer skills; effective communication skills.
• Willingness to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Surgical Technology.
• Experience with video, orthopedic, and other surgical equipment.

Additional Details

Grade 675. Employment type: Full-time. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare.