
Surgical Tech II
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Job overview
Dignity Health is hiring a Surgical Tech II. The Surgical Tech II prepares the operating room and equipment, assists the surgical team, and maintains a sterile environment, adapting quickly to schedule changes while collaborating with staff to support patient healing.
Key focus areas include Prepare operating room and surgical equipment, Assist surgical team during procedures, and Maintain sterile environment.
Successful candidates bring 2 Years ORT Experience, Certified Surgical Technologist Or Technologist In Surgery-Certified, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR. Important skills include Adaptability, Team-Player Mindset, and Enthusiasm For Supporting Complex Surgical Procedures. Preferred (not required): AIDET Principle, Preparation Of Designated Operating Room, Selection Of Necessary Equipment, Instruments And Supplies, and Scrubs For Surgical Procedures.
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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 will possess adaptability, a strong team-player mindset, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures.
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Utilizes the AIDET principle to communicate with others, with a focus on patients and their families (Acknowledge Introduce Explain Duration Thank).
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Demonstrates competence in preparation of the designated Operating Room, selection of necessary equipment, instruments and supplies in accordance with the surgeon's preference card.
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Scrubs for surgical procedures as assigned. Consistently anticipates the needs of the surgeon in preparing and passing instruments, sutures, sponges and supplies during the operative procedure.
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Assists in cleaning rooms and equipment. Works in an organized manner to facilitate timely turnovers.
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Completes assigned work and assists nursing staff as required. Adapts work to the ever-changing surgical schedule.
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Develops and maintains Surgeon preference lists and procedure pick lists.
Job Requirements
Required
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2 years ORT experience
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Certified Surgical Technologist
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Active Surgery Technologist in the State of California
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Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1941, Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital is a 188-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Cruz, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a Family Birthing Center. Additionally, Dominican Hospital 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 has been awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.
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Pay Range
$54.09 - $60.88 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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