Surgical Technologist III - Evenings

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Surgical Technologist III to support surgical operations under the supervision of a licensed caregiver. The role involves preparing operating rooms, arranging equipment, and assisting with procedures while promoting teamwork and clear communication with nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists and staff.

The position requires handling care for diverse patient populations and maintaining competency across specialties, including BLS certification and preference for CST

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED - minimum.
• Vocational/Technical Diploma - verify on-the-job training of participating institution - minimum.
• Vocational/Technical Diploma - performs independently in three (3) specialties - minimum.
• 3 years Surgical Procedures - minimum.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum BCLS Certification
• Certified Surgical Technologist - Upon Hire preferred Certified Surgical Technologist

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical operations under the direction of a licensed caregiver.
• Prepare operating rooms and arrange equipment for procedures.
• Assist with procedures and ensure smooth teamwork through effective communication with nurses, surgeons and staff.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational/Technical Diploma

Vocational/Technical Diploma (specialties)

Job description

Under the general direction of a licensed caregiver, the Surgical Technologist III assists in surgical operations. The Surgical Technologist III is assigned technical duties, prepares operating rooms, arranges equipment, assists with procedures, and has 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 Technician III provides care consistent with CSMC and accrediting bodies' standards. The Surgical Technician III maintains competency skills including the ability to provide care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds. The Surgical Technician III 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 three (3) specialties - minimum

Experience

• 3 years Surgical Procedures - minimum

Licenses and Certifications

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