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 is seeking a Senior Surgical Technician to join their outpatient surgery team in San Jose. This role involves providing expert support to the surgical team, ensuring the smooth operation of procedures, and maintaining a sterile environment. You will coordinate equipment setup, assist with patient positioning, and handle instruments during surgeries. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in various surgical specialties and a commitment to patient safety. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment focused on quality care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team with instrument handling and patient positioning.
• Ensure sterility and functionality of equipment before procedures.

Skills

Surgical Techniques

Patient Safety

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Medical Equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

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

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and report on the work of one (1) or more other Surgical Technicians; or who have at least two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head.
2. Coordinate configuration of equipment to provide ease of use. Place equipment and supplies in operating room and arrange instruments, according to instructions. Check instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case. Assist with set up and use of equipment during procedures. Assist with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis.
3. Assist team members to place and position patient on table. Scrub arms and hands and don gown and gloves. Scrub procedures as primary or secondary staff. Aid team to don gowns and gloves. Don personal protective equipment when required.
4. Hand instruments and supplies to surgeon, hold retractors, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation. Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy. Put dressings on patient following surgery.
5. Actively participate in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care.
6. Clean operating room and assist in room turnover.
7. Wash and sterilize equipment.
8. Recommend to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies.
9. Assemble/compile case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure.
10. Perform other related duties as necessary.
11. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline.

Grade 675

Basic Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum two years of current acute Operating Room experience.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED.

License, Certification, Registration:

• Basic Life Support.

Additional Requirements:

• Surgical Technicians certified by the Association of Operating Room Technicians, affiliated with the Association of Operating Room Nurses shall qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians upon presentation of their certificate.
• Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties.
• Must be willing to participate in training of RNs and other disciplines in the scrub role.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Surgical Technology preferred.
• Video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Senior Surgical Technician - Outpatient Surgery - San Jose

LOCATION: San Jose, California

REQNUMBER: 1340101

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.