Intermountain Health·San Jose, California
Surgical Technologists maintain the sterile field and prepare instruments to ensure safe and successful operative procedures. They assist the surgical team during procedures and manage room cleanup and sterilization post-operation.
Surgical Technologists perform various duties as a member of the surgical team to ensure a safe and successful operative procedure. This position functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and directly reports to Surgical Services management. It is expected that the Tech will support system wide and surgical operations initiatives and practices. In addition, this person will actively participate in the surgical operations safety plan as outlined.
Shifts and Scheduling
45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. with on-call and weekend requirements
Job Essentials
Ensures room and all surgical items meet sterilization criteria.
Maintains sterile field and safe environment.
Recognizes and addresses sharps and fire safety processes.
Prepares room and instruments for surgical procedure. May assist with sterile processing.
Assists the surgical staff during the procedure, within the scope of practice.
After procedure, cleans room and prepares for next procedure.
Identifies emergency situations and exercises judgment when implementing procedures to respond to emergencies.
This position could be filled as a Surgical Tech II or Surgical Tech III depending on experience and qualifications.
In addition to meeting Level I requirements (above), to qualify for a Level II/III role, you must also meet the following requirements:
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$26.74 - $41.28
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here [https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits].
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Candidates must have BLS certification, completion of an accredited OR Technician program, and registration through DORA in Colorado. Higher levels require competency in multiple specialty areas such as Ortho, Robotics, or Neuro.
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