26 Jul
Surgical Technologist II (Certified) Surgery Center
California, Sancarlos 00000 Sancarlos USA

Vacancy expired!

Position Overview:This position will perform

a variety of duties that involve assisting physicians and nurses with the

preparation of surgical equipment, direct assistance during operations, and

scrub duties and responsibilities in the operating room. Functions as a member

of the Perioperative team, transporting patients outside of the

department.Maintains aseptic

environment within the OR and PACU.Responsible for the care and maintenance of instruments and securing of

necessary equipment, instruments and supplies for Perioperative procedures.Qualifications:Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent education/experience required.

Meets Surgical Technology I requirements and is NBSTSA certified required or greater than 5 years experience required.

Licensures & Certifications:

Certified Surgical Technician - CST / NBSTSA Certified preferred upon hire.

Current Basic Life Support Certification - BLS from AHA required upon hire.

Experience:

6 to 9 years. Greater than 5 years of surgical technology experience required.

Skills & Knowledge:

Knowledge of operating room preparation needs based on surgical procedure.

Basic knowledge of aseptic technique.

Comprehends basic anatomy and physiology related to surgical procedures.

Understands the functions and use of instruments, supplies and equipment as they relate to the surgical patient.

Knowledge of decontamination and sterilization of all instrumentation used in the OR.

Verbal and written communication skills for frequent and challenging contact with physicians, employees, patients and patient families; requires patience, tack and compassion.

Basic computer skills to include keyboarding, mouse movement and data entry skills to enter information into practice management and EHR.

Ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks.

Ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner.

Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices.

Visual capabilities to observe patients and instruments.

Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.

Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Applies moderate mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions.

Special Requirements:

Must demonstrate proficiency in at least 5 of the 10 specified services: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Podiatry, ENT, EYE, Urology, GYN, Vascular, Lithotripsy or Plastics - or be able to after 6 months.

Organization: Palo Alto Medical FoundationEmployee Status: RegularBenefits: YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptUnion: NoJob Shift: DayShift Hours: 10 Hour ShiftDays of the Week Scheduled: Monday-FridayWeekend Requirements: NoneSchedule: Full TimeHrs Per 2wk Pay Period: 80All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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