Surgical Tech II

Eisenhower Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Eisenhower Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist in the Surgery department for the Evening shift. You will prepare supplies, maintain the sterile field, pass instruments to the surgeon, and help with instrument reprocessing in a 10-hour shift.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program (or five years of related experience in lieu), and BLS with two years of acute-care scrub experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or 5 years of related experience in lieu of training.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist if hired after Jan 1, 2025; BLS.
• Two years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains aseptic technique according to department policies.
• Anticipates surgeon’s needs by reviewing the preference card and procuring supplies prior to case start.
• Prepares supplies, room setup and equipment for cases; maintains instrument table and sterile field.
• Verifies and labels medications and irrigations with the nurse.
• Leads unit-level safety/quality projects and contributes to cost containment.
• Assists with room turnover and instrument counts; acts as a preceptor to new staff.
• May be required to work at alternate sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Scrub for procedures

Take call independently

Aseptic technique

OR emergency knowledge

Critical thinking

Surgical field knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical Technology training program

Five years of experience in lieu of training

Job description

Job Details

Default Work Shift: Evenings (United States of America)

Hours: 40

Salary range: $27.75 - $41.94

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours: 10 Hour employee

Department: Surgery

Main Job Objective

Performs the duties of a scrub person; prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process.

Job Description

Education: Required: High school diploma, GED or higher level degree if hired after January 1, 2025; successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program or five (5) years of additional Surgical Technologist experience in lieu of completion of training program

Licensure/Certification

Required: Certification as a Surgical Technologist if hired after January 1, 2025; American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience: Required: Two (2) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment, evidencing independent performance in a variety of surgical specialties

Reports To

Clinical Director or Manager

Supervises

N/A

Ages of Patients

Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric

Health and Safety

Blood Borne Pathogens: High Potential

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information
• Ability to scrub for procedures without assistance within assigned area(s)
• Ability to take call independently and respond for all specialties within assigned area(s)
• Advanced knowledge and practice of aseptic and surgical technique
• Advanced knowledge related to OR emergency situations
• Critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of the surgical environment regarding traffic patterns and contamination of the sterile field

Essential Responsibilities

• 1. Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• 2. Maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical Services.
• 3. Anticipates surgeon’s needs by reviewing preference card, procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of case and remaining attentive to the progression of the case.
• 4. Prepares supplies, room setup and equipment for cases; maintains orderly instrument table and surgical field.
• 5. Verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with nurse.
• 6. Maintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the nurse.
• 7. Accurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the nurse.
• 8. Prepares instruments for cleaning and re-sterilization.
• 9. Assists with putting away supplies and room turnover.
• 10. Provides leadership for projects at unit level to correct safety/clinical quality deficiencies; lead / implement changes at the unit level.
• 11. Contributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start times.
• 12. Contributes to cost effectiveness by using judgement when opening and using supplies; assists with developing processes to improve cost containment / decrease waste in room.
• 13. Remains current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing education.
• 14. Serves as a role model to new employees and other staff members; coaches team to anticipate resources; acts as a preceptor to new staff and students.
• 15. Participates in department projects; assists in the development of policies, procedures and protocols at the department level
• 16. Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice.
• 17. May be required to work at alternate sites.
• 18. Performs other duties as assigned.

About Eisenhower Health

Welcome to Eisenhower Health Careers! Eisenhower has been a leader in health care for the Coachella Valley since we opened our medical center in 1971. Since then, we’ve been growing steadily, adding services, capabilities and facilities to anticipate and meet the needs of our expanding area. Today, the Eisenhower name extends far beyond the state‑of‑the‑art care we deliver at the hospital.