Surgical Tech Full Time Varied

• Performs surgical scrub duties in all specialties: Patient positioning, draping; sterile instrument and supplies set-up; effectively working with surgeon; assisting RN with sponge, needle and instrument counts, and assists with cast/dressing applications. Assures instruments and equipment are ordered as per physician request. Maintain disposable supplies and order supplies as needed.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of care and handling specimens, surgical instruments, supplies and equipment including flash sterilization. Assists CN in assuring completion and staff compliance with sterilization logs.
• Assists in preparation of surgical procedures by anticipating needs of physician and patient. Prepares operating area safely and in an organized manner. Utilizes the surgeons preference cards and selects the appropriate supplies and equipment in a cost effective manner. Cares for equipment to prolong useful life. Prioritizes and uses time efficiently. Delegates tasks effectively to insure maximum productivity and functioning of the department
• Creates and maintains sterile field.
• Provides a safe, therapeutic environment for patient and families. Uses patient restraints appropriately.
• Works efficiently with physicians and RN's in the variety of surgical procedures done in the OR, with specialized equipment, trays and instruments.
• Answers telephone in a prompt and courteous manner, addressing callers and patients appropriately by name and/or title.
• Performs efficiently in crisis and emergency situations, following established protocols, remaining calm and informing appropriate persons.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific care, including but not limited to: identifying the need for additional safety measures, physiological normal values/readings, assessing skin integrity, behavior, motor skills and/or activities that place patients at risk as well as communicates effectively in a clear, concise and understandable manner applicable for the populations checked below: Infant ( ) Pediatric ( ) Adult ( ) Geriatric ( )
• Demonstrates good use of personal protective equipment and universal precautions.
• All other duties as assigned

• Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technology Program.

• Associate’s Degree - preferred.

• One year of clinical experience as a Surgical Technologist.

• Certified Surgical Technologist (preferred).
• BLS Card
• Los Angeles County Fire Card

CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center