Surgery Technician - Santa Cruz (60 hrs)

The Surgical Technologist I provides direct and indirect services to the surgical patient under the supervision of a registered nurse and surgeon and possesses knowledge and skills in sterile and aseptic techniques. The tech is responsible for the sterile field with knowledge of hundreds of surgical procedures and the steps the surgeon will take in order to complete the procedure including instrumentation, medications, draping, dressings, and equipment. The tech scrubs all surgical procedures and ensures supplies and equipment are available according to the physician preference card. The surgical tech develops and maintains an interactive relationship with all other staff members in order to constantly improve quality and efficiency. Takes call after hours. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of Surgical Technology program

Current BLS

ORT certification within 12 months of hire

PREFERRED:

Certified Surgical Technician

Experience in SPD setting

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity, or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.