Surgical Technician 2 Surgical Hospital: Operating Room- Full-Time, Days

Loma Linda University Health; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in California is seeking a Surgical Technician 2 for their Surgical Hospital. The role involves assisting in surgeries, maintaining equipment, and ensuring optimal clinical outcomes. Candidates should have completed a surgical technician course and possess two years of relevant experience. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a commitment to professional behavior and teamwork.

Benefits

Recruitment Incentive Bonus

Qualifications

• Completion of a surgical technician course required.
• Two years' experience as a surgical technician required.

Responsibilities

• Works under RN and surgeon guidance, coordinating instrumentation needs.
• Maintains stock levels of specialty supplies for surgical services.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Surgical Technician Course

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Surgical Hospital: Operating Room - Full-Time, Days

Recruitment Incentive Bonus: may be eligible for a $3,000 recruitment incentive bonus based on eligibility requirements.

Job Summary:

The Surgical Technician 2 works under the guidance of the circulating registered nurse (RN) and surgeon(s). Embraces new knowledge, innovations, and improvements in surgical technician duties to ensure optimal clinical outcomes. Continually expands knowledge base and embraces new knowledge related to surgical technician duties. Refrains from performing duties requiring competency until competency is achieved, verified, and documented. Continues to develop skill set and competencies to perform additional surgeries and procedures with increased complexities. Functions effectively within multiple teams and at various surgical site locations and in assigned specialties. Serves as a liaison between the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and the OR to coordinate special instrumentation and equipment needs for at least one service. Assists nurse leaders and supply chain personnel to order, stock, and maintain appropriate stock levels of service-specific specialty supplies and implants for at least one service.

Education and Experience:

Completion of a surgical technician course required. Two years' experience as a surgical technician required.

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrates basic competencies in surgical scrub technician duties. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus on surgical and procedural nursing. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibits professional behavior and a cooperative attitude at all times. Works calmly and responds courteously under pressure. Able to speak, read, and write legibly in English (Spanish preferred). Proficient in using computer, printer, and software programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical records, and electronic event reporting. Troubleshoots and calibrates patient care equipment. Performs technical patient care activities. Communicates effectively and professionally with others. Demonstrates assertiveness and consistency in following policies. Able to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate. Accepts direction. Thinks critically. Works independently with minimal supervision. Performs basic math functions. Manages multiple assignments effectively. Organizes and prioritizes workload. Solves problems efficiently. Recalls information accurately. Pays close attention to detail. Can distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care. Discerns temperature variances through touch. Hears sufficiently for conversations in person and on the phone. Reads computer screens, medical records, and written documents effectively.

Licensures and Certifications:

Surgical Technician certification preferred, provided by either AST (Association of Surgical Technologists) or NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing). Basic Life Support certification required.