Surgical Technician, Surgery - Main OR, Full-Time, 10FTE, 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM

PIH Health; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 41,672 - 68,797; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist in Downey, California to provide quality care for patients undergoing surgical and invasive procedures. This role is crucial in maintaining the sterile field, managing surgical supplies, and anticipating the surgeon's needs.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and leadership skills, two years of clinical experience, and a current BLS certification. A surgical tech certification is preferred. The position offers a competitive salary range of $30.25 to $49.94.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills necessary for the role.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
• Clinical education related to the surgical specialty.
• Proficient in the use of healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Maintain the sterile field and handle surgical supplies.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team to ensure patient safety.
• Identify safety concerns and ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Anticipation skills

Clinical education related to specialty

Proficiency in healthcare technology

Job description

The Surgical Technologist provides quality care for the patient undergoing surgical and invasive procedures. The Surgical Technologist is responsible for maintaining the sterile field, handling supplies, instruments, and equipment during surgical procedures with the expectation of anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist works closely with other members of the surgical team to ensure patient safety, strengthen the financial performance of the department, and promote patient, physician, and employee satisfaction. The Surgical Technologist identifies safety concerns and institutes measures to provide a safe environment for the patient and staff.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Anticipation skills
• Clinical education related to specialty
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the use of healthcare technology within specialty area

Required Experience

• Two years previous clinical experience
• Current BLS certification
• Completion of Operating Room Training program

Preferred

• Surgical tech certification preferred

Address: 11500 Brookshire Ave. 90241

Salary: 30.25-49.94

Shift: Days