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SURGICAL TECH II

Dignity Health

Santa Maria, CAJob$35.11–43.87/hrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$35.11–43.87/hr
Location
Santa Maria, CA
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certification As Surgical Technologist CompletionBasic Life Support - CPR BLSCertified Surgical Technologist CSTTechnologist In Surgery-Certified TS-C

Job overview

Dignity Health is hiring a SURGICAL TECH II. As a Surgical Tech, the candidate will help prepare the operating room and surgical team for a variety of procedures, set up equipment and instruments, assist the team, ensure a sterile environment, adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR, and contribute directly to patient healing.

Key focus areas include Demonstrates intermediate or advanced skills in operating room technology and proficient knowledge of surgical procedures, Consistently demonstrates aseptic technique principles according to AORN Guidelines and facility policies, and Handles blood and tissue specimens accurately and in a timely manner.

Important skills include Adaptability, Team-Player Mindset, and Enthusiasm For Supporting Complex Surgical Procedures. Preferred (not required): Prepare Operating Room, Set Up Surgical Equipment, Set Up Surgical Instruments, and Assist Surgical Team.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AdaptabilityTeam-Player MindsetEnthusiasm for Supporting Complex Surgical ProceduresPrepare Operating RoomSet Up Surgical EquipmentSet Up Surgical InstrumentsAssist Surgical TeamEnsure Sterile EnvironmentCollaborate EffectivelyOperating Room TechnologySurgical Procedures KnowledgeAseptic TechniqueHandle Blood and Tissue SpecimensCare and Handling of InstrumentsCare and Handling of EquipmentFacilitate Movement of Surgery ScheduleCommunicate for Case Progress and DelaysAnticipation of Team NeedsIdentify and Respond to Urgent/Emergent SituationsAccept Assistance and DirectionSound Judgement During Emergency Situations

Qualifications

Surgical Technologist Training CompletionCertification as Surgical Technologist Completion1+ Year Recent Hospital Experience as Surgical TechnologistBasic Life Support - CPR BLSCertified Surgical Technologist CSTTechnologist in Surgery-Certified TS-C2+ Years Hospital Experience as Surgical Tech

Full job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients.

Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process.

To be successful in this role, you must possess adaptability, a strong team-player mindset, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures.

  • Demonstrates intermediate or advanced skills in operating room technology and proficient knowledge of surgical procedures (as described in the Core Competencies and unit skills checklists). Measurement: Observation, Feedback.

  • Consistently demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique according to AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice, facility policy and procedures and the guidelines described in Universal Precautions. Measurement: Observation, Feedback.

  • Handles blood and tissue specimens accurately and in a timely manner. Measurement: Observation, Feedback, Accuracy.

  • Consistently demonstrates proper care and handling of instruments and equipment according to AAMI/ANSI Standards. Measurement: Observation, Feedback, Equipment condition.

  • Facilitates movement of surgery schedule through timely room turnover, communicating with appropriate persons for case progress and delays, through consistent and accurate anticipation of team needs. Measurement: Observation, Feedback, Timeliness, Accuracy.

  • Identifies and responds to urgent/emergent situations in a calm and efficient manner. Consistently accepts assistance and direction, demonstrating sound judgement during emergency situations. Measurement: Observation, Feedback, Accuracy.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Completion of Surgical Technologist training. Completion of Certification as Surgical Technologist

  • A minimum of one (1) year recent hospital experience as a Surgical Technologist

  • Basic Life Support - CPR BLS, within 30 Days

  • Certified Surgical Technologist CST or Technologist in Surgery-Certified TS-C

Preferred

  • Two (2) years hospital experince as a Surgical Tech

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1940, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center is a 191-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Maria, California. Serving over 250,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, cancer care, orthopedics, and stroke care. Additionally, Marian Regional Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and the only healthcare facility on the Central Coast to offer ECMO.

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Pay Range

$35.11 - $43.87 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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