Surgical Technician Certified-Full Time Days-Temecula Valley Hospital

Temecula Valley Hospital; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a skilled Operating Room Technician to join their team. This role is pivotal in ensuring a seamless surgical experience by anticipating the surgeon's needs and maintaining a sterile environment. With a commitment to patient-centered care, the hospital offers a rewarding work atmosphere that emphasizes growth and development. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in surgical procedures and instrumentation, contributing to a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Growth and development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

401k plan with company match

Qualifications

• 2+ years operating room experience required for Certified Surg Tech.
• Knowledge of preparing and maintaining a sterile field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates surgeon's needs and prepares appropriate instrumentation.
• Sets up and organizes the surgical environment prior to procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Dexterity in instrumentation

Ability to maintain sterile field

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program

National Surgical Technician certification

Job description

About Temecula Valley Hospital

Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient-centered and family sensitive care to area residents. The hospital features 140 private patient rooms; emergency care; advanced cardiac and stroke care; orthopedics; general and surgical specialties. TVH is nationally recognized for Patient Safety designated by The Leapfrog Group as a Top Hospital in both 2017 and 2020 and has received 10 “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, most recently in Spring 2023.

Essential Job Duties:

The Operating Room Technician demonstrates knowledge of the step-by-step progress of specific surgical procedures for all surgical services. Anticipates surgeon's needs in regards to instrumentation, sutures, sponges, supplies, etc. Displays dexterity in the use of the required instrumentation according to technique, procedure and special requirements. Demonstrates ability to function in intra-operative situations requiring in-depth technical expertise and knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Anticipates instrumentation/equipment for a wide range of simple and complex surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instrumentation, sutures, sponges, and supplies consistent with surgeon's preference. Surgical environment is set up and organized prior to patient's arrival into room. Knowledge of preparing and maintaining a sterile field. Knowledge of instrumentation and supplies necessary for specialty surgical procedures.

Qualifications

Certified Surg Tech

• Two (2) years operating room experience in an acute care facility required
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program
• National Surgical Technician certification, recommended
• Current BLS-C certification (AHA)

Non Certified Surg Techs

• Minimum of one (1) year recent operating room experience as a Surgical Tech. This year may include time spent as a student in an Acute Care setting, and/or time spent in an accredited Operating Room Technician program
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program
• National Surgical Technician certification, recommended.
• Current BLS-C certification

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

EEO Statement

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