Surgical Technologist II

Sutter Health; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD is seeking a Scrub Tech to prepare sterile fields and assist during surgeries. You will set up instruments, gown and glove surgeons, drape patients, and pass instruments during procedures, while supporting the team with supplies and equipment maintenance.

Compliance with privacy and safety regulations is essential to deliver optimal patient care. This role typically operates in a fast-paced OR environment across the department.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
• Military Training as a Scrub Tech.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the sterile field for surgical operations and setup sterile instruments.
• Assist surgeons by gowning, gloving, passing instruments, and draping patients.
• Support the surgical team during operations and anticipate needs.
• Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup.
• Adhere to privacy and safety regulations to deliver optimal patient care.

Skills

Surgical tools

Data interpretation

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Prioritization

Teamwork

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

HS Diploma

Surgical tech program

Military scrub tech training

Job description

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD

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.

Job Description :

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program
• 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

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• One 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:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

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 $53.62 to $75.06 / 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.