Surgical Technician

marshallmedical; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Medical Center seeks a Surgical Technician for its Surgery - CP department. The role involves maintaining a sterile field, passing instruments to the surgeon, and preparing the OR for the next case. The technician helps with stocking and turnover, and interacts with patients and staff in a professional manner.

The position requires ORT training, NBSTSA certification (preferred), and a current BLS credential. Regular day shifts with on-site work are expected in Cameron Park, CA.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Operating Room Technician (ORT) course required.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and pass surgical instruments to the surgeon.
• Disassemble sterile field and decontaminate instruments after procedures.
• Return instrumentation to decontamination and turnover OR for next case.
• Assist in maintaining par levels of stock items in the department.
• Interact with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff professionally.

Skills

Physical stamina

On-call readiness

Education

High School diploma

Operating Room Technician course

NBSTSA certification preferred

BLS certification

Job description

Department:

Surgery - CP

Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America)

Employee Type:

Regular

Per Diem Type (if applicable):

Minimum Pay Range:

$38.15 - $45.78

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Surgical Technician is a member of the nursing staff and performs the instrument technician role during surgical procedures. Assists in providing care to surgical patients according to Marshall Medical Center’s (MMC’s) standards of practice. Creates and maintains a sterile field, passing surgical instruments to the surgeon, disassembling the sterile field upon completion of the surgical procedure, returning the instrumentation to the decontamination room in the appropriate manner, and assisting with turning over the operating room and setting up for the next patient. Assists with maintaining the par levels of stock items throughout the department and maintains good public relations by interacting with patients, visitors, physicians and other staff members in a friendly and professional manner. The Surgical Technician assists in attaining department goals by functioning in other areas within the department, as requested. Ensures the safe handling of infectious material to protect all patients and employees.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved Operating Room Technician (ORT) course required.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Knowledge:

• Computer familiarity required.

Skills:

• Has the physical and mental health sufficient to accomplish the duties of an ORT.
• When on call, incumbent must be able to arrive to hospital and report to duty within 30 minutes of request.