SPD Technician-OR $2500 Hiring Incentive

Palomar Health; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Poway, California, is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety through aseptic techniques. The candidate should have a High School Diploma and related experience, with a focus on proficient computer skills.

This position requires minimally 18 months in a related role and certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) or Certified Surgical Tech (CST). Join our mission to provide quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of High School Diploma and/or equivalent experience.
• Preferred specialized vocational training in surgical technology.
• Minimum of 18 months of experience in a related position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in facilitating surgical procedures as a team member.
• Ensure patient safety by adhering to aseptic techniques.
• Perform preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative duties.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Aseptic techniques

Standard office equipment

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Specialized vocational training

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Under the supervision of a registered nurse or, as appropriate, Surgical Technologist, participates as a team member to facilitate timely flow of surgical procedures. Performs direct and indirect tasks for patients with pediatric and adult surgical and/or endoscopic procedures. Assures patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques (Sterile Conscience). Performs preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative duties as well as OR instrument room service/duties. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience
• Preferred Education: Specialized vocational training
• Minimum Experience: 18+ months in a related position
• Preferred Experience: 2 years in a related position
• Required Certification: Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST or CBSPD) or Certified Surgical Tech (CST or NCCT)
• Preferred Certification: Not Applicable
• Required License: Not Applicable
• Preferred License: Not Applicable