Surgical Tech
Chico, CA, United States6d ago
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Key details
- Location
- Chico, CA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry level
- Experience
- 0–2 yrs
- Function
- Healthcare
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 6d ago
Skills
About the role
Accessibility Note:
Surgery Partners is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate against any qualified people or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual’s disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made the Company aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the Company. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within the Company or request a reasonable accommodation to utilize the Company’s online employment application, please contact talentacquisition@surgerypartners.com
JOB TITLE: Surgical Technologist / Scrub Tech / OR Technician
Reports To
Physician and/or Registered Nurse
General Summary of Duties
Surgical Technologists, also known as Scrub Technicians or Operating Room (OR) Technicians, assist in surgical procedures under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.
As a member of the operating room team, the Surgical Technologist plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and sterile environment before, during, and after surgical procedures. Operating room teams commonly include surgeons, anesthesiologists, circulating nurses, and surgical technologists working together to provide exceptional patient care.
Education, Experience & Requirements
Required
- Currently enrolled in and actively completing an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred
- Zero (0) to two (2) years of clinical experience in a healthcare-related field.
- Prior exposure to a surgical or procedural environment preferred.
Essential Functions
Operating Room Preparation
- Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
- Assist in preparing the operating room by establishing a sterile field, including:
- Surgical instruments
- Equipment
- Sterile drapes
- Sterile solutions and supplies
- Perform safety checks on equipment, instruments, and supplies prior to the start of procedures.
- Assemble sterile and non-sterile equipment and verify proper functionality.
- Follow all facility, state, and federal regulations related to patient care and surgical services.
Patient Preparation
- Perform pre-procedure preparation of the patient's skin and body as directed.
- Assist with positioning patients safely on the procedure table.
- Drape patients appropriately according to the procedure being performed.
- Support the surgical team in ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
Intraoperative Responsibilities
- Pass instruments, supplies, and sterile items to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures.
- Maintain the integrity of the sterile field throughout the surgical case.
- Retract tissue, cut sutures, and perform other delegated functions under the direct supervision of the