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About the Role
Responsible for preparing the sterile field for surgical operations, including setup of sterile instruments, assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving, and draping patients. Directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs. Supports department functionality by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup. Adheres to all regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety for optimal patient care. May be responsible for performing specific procedures and orienting other staff.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the sterile field for surgical operations.
- Setup sterile instruments.
- Assist surgeons in gowning and gloving.
- Drape patients for surgery.
- Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team during operations.
- Hold retractors during surgery.
- Anticipate surgeons' needs during surgery.
- Distribute supplies.
- Perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup.
- Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures.
- Perform specific procedures.
- Orient other staff to the department.
Requirements
- HS Diploma or GED.
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or possess certification evidencing education.
- Military training as a scrub tech.
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
- Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) is required to be eligible for incentive (if allowed per the Collective Bargaining Agreement for union represented employees).
- 1 year of recent relevant experience.
- General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
- Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions.
- Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
- Well-developed time management and organizational skills.
- 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).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
- Employees may handle hazardous drugs.
Skills
- Surgical instrument handling
- Surgical procedure support
- Patient draping
- Equipment maintenance
- Regulatory compliance
- Anatomy and physiology knowledge
- Medical terminology
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Prioritization
- Computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite)
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Per Diem/Casual
- Full Time
- Day/Evening Shift
Experience Level
- 1 year of recent relevant experience
Education Level
- HS Diploma or GED
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program
- Certification evidencing surgical technology education
- Military training as a scrub tech
Salary/Compensations
- $51.54 to $72.15 / hour
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions)
About the Company
- Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Equal Opportunity
- Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.