Surgical Technician II

Sutter Health; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Roseville, CA is seeking a Per Diem Surgical Technologist to prepare sterile fields, set up instruments, assist surgeons, gown and glove patients, and pass instruments during operations. The role supports the surgical team and ensures compliance with privacy and safety standards.

You will help with equipment maintenance, supply distribution, and orientation of staff as needed. Candidates should have HS diploma or GED, surgical tech program graduate, and BLS; expected to have 1

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; surgical technology program graduate preferred.
• Certification as Surgical Technician or eligible per union guidelines.
• Basic life support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile field and setup sterile instruments for surgery.
• Assist surgeons with gowning, gloving, and draping of patients.
• Pass instruments and supplies, hold retractors, anticipate needs.
• Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance and testing.
• Adhere to privacy, safety regulations; orient staff as needed.

Skills

Surgical tools

Anatomy basics

Communication

Time management

Team player

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Surgical tech program grad

Military scrub tech training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Organization

SOPS-Sutter Outpatient Services - Valley

Position Overview

Responsible for preparing the sterile field for surgical operations including the setup of sterile instruments, assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving, and draping patients for surgery. Directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department.

Education

• HS Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (or has certification that evidences education)
• OR Military training as a scrub tech

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) is required to be eligible for incentive (if allowed per the Collective Bargaining Agreement for union represented employees)

Typical Experience

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $42.95 to $60.12 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.