Certified Surgical Technologist - Castro Valley, United States - Sutter Health

Sutter Health Castro Valley, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Sutter Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a job in Castro Valley, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Certified Surgical Technologist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health

Organization:

EMC - Eden Medical Center

Position Overview:

Plans and organizes the scrub and preparation aspects in the care of surgical patients. Collaborates with the RNs, surgeons and all healthcare team members. Maintains AORN standards of professional nursing practice.

Job Description:

Assists the surgical team during operative procedures when needed
Assists with trauma team/service and turnovers, lunch and break reliefs
Prepares the OR with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment necessary
Maintains OR equipment and instruments to ensure equipment is in safe working order
Maintains supplies in OR
Clears away and cleans used instruments after a procedure according to hospital policy. Discards any contaminated supplies according to written policy. Controls the location of contaminated instruments and supplies to prevent spread of infection
Assists with room turnover, including takedown of instruments, moving/re-moving equipment and room cleaning when needed
Follows aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies and setting up for procedures.
Drapes table, keeps operative field clean, neat, dry and sterile
Assists in draping patients, assists surgeons in gowning and gloving., Assists with prepping operative sites. Assists with positioning and restraining of patients for surgery
Assists in the application of sterile dressings
Maintains orderly and sterile instrument table and/or Mayo stand, arranges instruments according to established procedures
Maintains and monitors all supplies for specialty carts
Maintenance of surgical inventory and preparation of case carts
Identifies and immediately reports any breaks in aseptic techniques by self or others
Plays an active role in the "Time Out" and "Preincisional Pause" according to hospital policy
Maintains correct sponge count, needles and instrument counts according to hospital policy
Identifies and immediately reports incorrect sponge, needle and/or instrument counts or any other concerns regarding the case.
Assists in the transfer of patients from the OR table to gurney or bed, assists with proper positioning of patients to assure proper body alignment
Transports patient as assigned by foot, wheelchair, gurney to another department
Checks for proper patient identification before proceeding with any intervention or procedure
Coordinates all immediate use sterilization needs for OR and SPD
Coordinates with SPD regarding instruments for "to follow" cases.
Coordinates with Lead Surgical Tech for OR instrument needs and ordering
Reports patient needs and changes to the RN
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
Attends meetings as required

EDUCATION

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
CST-Certified Surgical Technologist

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

Surgical Technician training
Minimum five years experience in Surgical Services preferred
Experience in basic computer skills preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Aseptic technique
Surgical scrub procedures, use of sterile technique, instruments, and setup procedures for the delivery/OR room
Knowledge of the anesthesia cart and equipment
OSHA Risk Category I(High Risk)
Assist with tilling, supporting, maneuvering, and adjusting the position of patients weighing over 200 pounds

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

Employee Status:

Regular

Number of Openings:

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $44.77 to $57.81 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Sutter Health Job ID #R Posted job title: cst, operating room technician

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