Sr Surgical Technician
Where
- Vallejo, CA
What you'll be doing
- Specifically and regularly assigned to direct, check, review, assign, organize, coordinate, train and reporting on the work of one (1) or more other surgical technicians; or who have a least two (2) years experience as a surgical technician. Demonstrates ability to perform, and under general supervision frequently do perform, the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head. Coordinates configuration of equipment to provide ease of use. Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions. Checks instruments and equipment for sterility, cleanliness, and functionality prior to the start of the case. Assists with set up and use of equipment during procedures. Assists with allocation of equipment for procedures on a daily basis. Assists team members to place and position patient on table. Aids team to don gowns and gloves and dons personal protective equipment when required. Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, and performs other tasks as directed by surgeon and circulating nurse during operation. Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation per hospital policy. Puts dressings on patient following surgery. Actively participates in meeting patient safety goals in promoting quality and safe patient care. Cleans operating room and assists in room turnover and washes and sterilizes equipment. Recommends to manager guidelines for use of equipment, purchase of new/replacement equipment, additional parts and supplies. Assembles/complies case carts with supplies, instruments, and equipment in preparation for the procedure. Performs other related duties as necessary.
What your background should be
- Two (2) years of experience as a surgical technician. Two (2) years of current acute operating room experience. Strong experience with minimally invasive, general, ENT, eyes, plastics, orthopedics, vascular, open heart-thoracic, spine, urology, GYN, podiatry, maxillofacial, and neuro surgery specialties. Including video, orthopedic and all other needed equipment to do the above surgeries preferred. The senior level classification for surgical technician shall apply only to surgical technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more surgical technicians; or who have at least two (2) years of experience as a surgical technician plus the demonstrated ability to perform and under general supervision frequently do perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department head.
Required Schooling / Training
- High school diploma/GED
Who is the client company
- The company is a healthcare services provider.
- If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com
