FT OAK Surgical Technician

Job DetailsLevel

• ExperiencedJob
• Location:
• Oakland,
• CA 94612Salary
• Range: $50.00 - $70.00 Hourly The Surgery Center of Oakland is an ambulatory surgery center that specializes in orthopedics and pain management and is dedicated to excellent outpatient care. While applications need to be submitted through this ad, you can learn more about the facility here: https://www.oaklandasc.com/
• Surgical
• Technician (Full-Time
• Position)
• Responsibilities:
• Surgical
• Technician duties will consist of, but are not limited to: Secure and prepare all supplies required for surgical intervention. Ensure the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in OR. Perform surgical counts according to center policies and procedures. Prepare patient skin for surgical treatment. Help monitor patients during surgery. Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase. Perform surgical functions to assist surgeon during surgical procedure. Collect and label specimens taken during surgical procedure. Follow all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures. Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures. Provide technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses, or anesthesiologists. Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure. Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation. Prepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens. Wash and sterilize equipment, using proper products and sterilizing techniques per manufacturers guidelines. Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs. Operate, assemble, adjust, or monitor sterilizers, lights, suction machines, or diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operation. Disinfect all the equipment and tools used after the surgery. Assist with Cleaning and turnover of the operating room after the procedure.
• Key
• Competencies:
• Observant: Effectively observe the procedure and notice relevant details.

Proactive

Anticipate needs of the surgical staff and patient.