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Surgical Services Technician Certified 12HR - Surgery Unit - Full Time 12 hours Days (6:00AM to 6:30PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

Keck Medicine of USC

Full Time On Site 2-5 yrs$33 - $54 / HOUR

Quick overview

The technician is responsible for maintaining the sterile field and assisting surgeons and nurses during various surgical procedures. They also manage medical supplies, handle specimens, and participate in the orientation of new staff.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and a CST certification from the NBSTA. A minimum of 2-5 years of orthopedic surgical experience and Basic Life Support certification are required.

high schoolprofessional certificatePatient SafetyInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Accountable to the unit Manager and/or the Director of the department.
Knowledge of AORN/SGNA recommended standards.
Sets the sterile environment and maintains the sterile field during the procedure.
Assists in patient positioning and transport as needed.
Assists on all types of procedures (for patients of all ages) based on an understanding of the fundamentals and routines for each procedure to ensure that procedures are performed efficiently and effectively and with patient safety a priority.
Takes care of specimens, prepares, checks, and monitors medications, and assists with dressings.
Participates in the orientation and education of staff and acts as a preceptor for employees, new grads, and new hires.
Participates in stocking and restocking of medical supplies to ensure availability.
Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS Education Minimum (Required) High School Diploma or GED Preferred (Not required) Work Experience Minimum (Required) Surgical Experience Required Minimum 2-5 years ortho surgical experience.
Preferred (Not required) Licenses and Certifications Minimum (Required) Basic Life Support CST from the NBSTA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) Preferred (Not required) Pay Transparency The hourly salary rate range for this position is $33.00 - $54.02.
When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Under the direction of the RN, the scrub technician functions as a vital member of the interdisciplinary team in the scrub/assistant role while working alongside surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Helps to prepare the operating room and provides surgeons and patients with the necessary instrumentation, supplies, and equipment needed for a variety of surgical procedures by anticipating surgeon and patient needs.
Maintains a vast and ongoing knowledge of specialty equipment and instrument function, including inspection, replacement, and sterilization.
Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization.
Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
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USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
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We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
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Keck Medicine combines academic excellence, world-class research and state-of-the-art facilities to provide highly specialized care for some of the most acute patients in the country.
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Surgical Services Technician Certified 12HR - Surgery Unit - Full Time 12 hours Days (6:00AM to 6:30PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

Surgical Services Technician Certified 12HR - Surgery Unit - Full Time 12 hours Days (6:00AM to 6:30PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

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