Surgical Technologist Dublin, CA
Job description
Responsibilities for Surgical Technologist
- Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
- Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
- Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
- Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
- Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel
- Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
- Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
- Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
- Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
- Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
Qualifications for Surgical Technologist
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Certification as a surgical technologist preferred, or similar experience in practical nursing or an operating room
- 1-2 years experience working as a surgical technologist (plastic surgery, ortho and spine experience preferred)
- Continuing in-services and educations program required
- Current Basic Life Support certificate required
- Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies located in the operating room
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Ortho: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person