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Surgery Technician II

Part-time

Sutter Health

Santa Cruz, CAPart-time$52.09/hrPosted 3mo agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$52.09/hr
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderSurgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, Or NRST)

Job overview

Sutter Health is hiring a Surgery Technician II. The Surgery Technician II prepares sterile fields for operations, sets up instruments, assists surgeons with gowning, gloving, and draping, and supports the surgical team by passing instruments, holding retractors, and anticipating needs. They also distribute supplies, maintain and test equipment, and may perform specific procedures while helping orient other staff, ensuring compliance with regulations and patient safety.

Key focus areas include Prepare sterile field and set up sterile instruments for surgeries, Assist surgeons with gowning, gloving, and patient draping, and Pass instruments and supplies to surgeons during operations.

Important skills include Surgical Tools, Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Interpretation, and Human Anatomy.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Surgical ToolsMicrosoft WordExcelMicrosoft OutlookData InterpretationHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyMedical TerminologyCommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsIndependent WorkCollaborationProblem SolvingRelationship Building

Qualifications

HS Diploma or GEDAccredited Surgical Technology Program GraduateMilitary Training as Scrub TechBLS Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderSurgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST)1 Year of Recent Relevant Experience

Full job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Sutter Maternity and Surg Ctr

Position Overview:

Responsible for preparing the sterile field for surgical operations including the setup of sterile instruments, assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving, and draping patients for surgery. Directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department.

Job Description :

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

EDUCATION:

  • HS Diploma or GED

  • Other: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (or has certification that evidences education)

  • OR Military training as a scrub tech

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

  • 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)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.

  • Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

  • Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

  • Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

  • Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the 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).

  • Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

  • Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

  • Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

  • Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening/Night

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

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

Pay Range is $52.09 to $52.09 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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