Surgical Technologist II - Days

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles is seeking a Surgical Technologist II to assist in surgical operations under the direction of a licensed caregiver. You will prepare operating rooms, arrange equipment, and support the surgical team to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

The position requires 2 years of surgical procedures experience, and education including a high school diploma plus vocational/technical training; BLS is preferred and Certified Surgical Technologist preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED - minimum.
• Vocational/Technical Diploma Includes the ability to verify on the job training of participating institution - minimum.
• Vocational/Technical Diploma Performs independently in two (2) specialties - minimum.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical operations under supervision and guidance of licensed staff.
• Prepare operating rooms and arrange equipment for procedures.
• Communicate effectively with nurses, surgeons, and other health care team members to ensure smooth teamwork.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical Diploma

Two specialties proficiency (Vocational/Technical Diploma)

Job description

Job Description

Under the direction of a licensed caregiver, the Surgical Technologist II assists in surgical operations. The Surgical Technologist II is assigned technical duties, prepares operating rooms, arranges equipment, assists with procedures, and shares the responsibility to ensure smooth teamwork through the application of knowledge and effective communication with registered nurses, patients, surgeons, anesthesiologists, ancillary personnel, and other health care team members.

The Surgical Technologist II provides care consistent with CSMC and accrediting bodies' standards. The Surgical Technologist II maintains competency skills including the ability to provide care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds. The Surgical Technologist II identifies the ability of the adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to follow directions/instructions and give consent.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma/GED - minimum
• Vocational/Technical Diploma Includes the ability to verify on the job training of participating institution - minimum
• Vocational/Technical Diploma Performs independently in two (2) specialties - minimum

Experience

• 2 years Surgical Procedures - minimum

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum BCLS Certification
• Certified Surgical Technologist - preferred Certified Surgical Technologist