Surgical Technician Certified-Full Time Evenings-Temecula Valley Hospital

Temecula Valley Hospital Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Operating Room Technician to join their dynamic team. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team, ensuring that all necessary instruments and supplies are ready for a variety of procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operating room settings and a commitment to maintaining a sterile environment. This opportunity not only offers a challenging and rewarding work environment but also emphasizes growth and development within a supportive organization. If you are passionate about patient care and surgical excellence, this position is perfect 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

• Two years operating room experience in an acute care facility required.
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates surgeon's needs regarding instrumentation and supplies.
• Maintains a sterile field and prepares for surgical procedures.

Skills

Surgical Instrumentation

Sterile Field Maintenance

Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge

Operating Room Experience

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Accredited Operating Room Technician Program

Tools

BLS-C Certification

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. The hospital was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2023-2024 for Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Stroke, Pneumonia and COPD, as well as the Healthgrades 2022 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award. TVH is a DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and has received eight Women’s Choice Award Achievements as One of America’s Best Hospitals for Stroke Care and One of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety.

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

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.