Surgical Technologist - Full Time at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

Pleasanton, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

59.75

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Teamwork, Problem Identification, Resolution Skills, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Attention to Detail, Computer Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Rotating - 12 Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley job. A Brief Overview The Surgical Technologist works under the direct supervision of the RN, to perform a variety of duties in the operation room to assist the surgical team, creating and maintain a sterile field and functions as a member of the sterile team. Locations Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley What you will do Establishes a sterile field including instruments, and supplies required for specific operations. Always follows aseptic techniques when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures. Assists in draping of patient and establishment of sterile field. Works with OR team to prepare and pass instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies needed in the operative procedures and maintains a correct count. Prepares and anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment and supplies for usage during the procedure Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilized during the surgical procedure Holds retractors and other devices under direction of the surgeon Assists in proper care and hand off of specimen, from surgical field to RN and verifies correct specimen labeling. Assist in cleaning all equipment, carts and rooms after operative procedures. Cleans and prepares used instruments for terminal sterilization per hospital policy Provide care to any age-related needs of the patients served on the unit Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Healthcare Tri-Valley’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions Education Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Required Associate's Degree Preferred Completion of operating room or surgical technician course Required Experience Qualifications 1+ year to 2 years of experience as an Operating Room Technician Preferred Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Good communication skills with the ability to read, write and understand the English language Ability to work as a valued team member Problem identification and resolution skills Effective organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, physicians and ancillary staff Knowledgeable about current practice and compliance requirements within job role and specialty Strong computer skills Strong attention to detail Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities National Center of Competency Testing (NCCT) certification preferred Licenses and Certifications Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required . CST - Certified Surgical Tech preferred . These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective: Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $46.36 - $59.75 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. Few great things are ever truly done alone. Performing at the highest level and achieving your best requires support and a team of dedicated people focused on doing amazing things every day. If that sounds like the environment you’ve been looking for, then we’ve got a place for you. Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley is seeking outstanding allied health, business, and nursing professionals to join our world-class team. Supported by a devoted staff and a progressive culture, we offer the freedom, opportunity, and respect your talent deserves. Not every job offers this; but here, we don’t know how to work any other way. We invite you to join our team! If you are currently employed at Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley, please click here to apply for transfer and promotion opportunities.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist assists the surgical team by establishing and maintaining a sterile field, preparing instruments, and passing supplies during operations. They also ensure proper care and handoff of specimens and assist in cleaning and preparing instruments post-procedure.