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Surgical Services technician Certified - Surgery - Per Diem 8 Hours Day (6:45 AM to 3:15 PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

Keck Medicine of USC logoKeck Medicine of USC$38.00–$52.63/hrARH Arcadia HospitalPart timePosted 2w agoStill open, checked every night
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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

Preferred (Not required)

Previous Surgical Experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Minimum (Required)

  • Basic Life Support
  • CST from the NBSTA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting)

Pay Transparency

The hourly salary rate range for this position is $38.00 - $52.63. 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.

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. 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. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. 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. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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