Surgical Technician Lead

Sutter Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Union representation

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Surgical Technician to oversee the sterile field and assist the surgical team during operations. Responsibilities include coordinating staffing and equipment, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring adherence to policies and regulations.

Required are a HS Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited surgical technology program; certification and BLS are strongly preferred. The role emphasizes patient safety and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret data and instructions in multiple formats.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate sterile field for surgeries.
• Support surgical team by passing instruments and supplies during operations.
• Ensure aseptic technique and compliance with standards.

Skills

Surgical tools knowledge

Anatomy/physiology knowledge

PHI privacy awareness

Time management

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited surgical technology program

Military training as scrub tech

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview

Oversees, organizes and coordinates the overall preparation of the sterile field for surgical operations, including staffing and work assignments. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality assurance. Works independently and supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies, performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Ensures treatment is provided in a manner consistent with best practices, accreditation standards and State and Federal regulations.

Education

Job Description:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Other: 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

• 4 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• Demonstrated expertise of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
• In-depth understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• 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 deadline.
• Broad knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ensure all surgical technicians adhere to aseptic technique at all times.
• Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve department objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve complex that arise with little or no precedent.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Identify principles and demonstrate techniques of disinfection, sterilization and environmental control measures.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed, Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes

Unions

Yes

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

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

Pay Range is $62.15 to $74.26 / 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.