Surgical Tech II - OR (Full-Time, 10- Hour Rotating Shifts, General, GU, GYN, Hepatobiliary, Kidney and Liver Transplant

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Rotating - 10 Hour (United States of America)

We are leading in Abdominal Transplants program specializing in Kidney Liver and Intestine. Our team are dedicated, passionate and trained with varying skill set in comprehensive management of general trauma as well. Innovative procedures such a living related donor done 3D laparoscopy, HIPEC procedures for both GYN and general surgery. Our bariatric program is well known and robust and we just received national accreditation last month. We are recognized and are leaders in all aspects of life in a bariatric patient. We run 20 rooms across the platform with multifaceted cases that will develop your skillset, knowledge and peak your interest.

G1 – General Surgery/ Minimally Invasive Surgery and Bariatrics, General Robotics

G3- Hepatobiliary, General Trauma and Transplants

GG- Genitourinary, Gynecology and Robotics

A Brief Overview

The Surgical Technologist acts as a member of the surgical team in providing patient care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. Prepare the appropriate instrumentation and materials for use on the surgical field, passing instruments to the surgeon during the procedure, room turnover and may act as a resource or preceptor in assigned service when requested.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What you will do

• Acts as a precept to team and provides guidance to lower level STs as needed.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments, supplies and equipment in a timely manner.
• Applies previous experience and knowledge when dealing with new surgical procedures.
• Communicates in a positive, clear and concise manner to all members of the surgical team.
• Correctly selects and utilizes sterilization methods appropriate to specific instrument, supply or equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to provide appropriate care based on the needs of the individual taking into consideration age, culture, and developmental issues.
• Handles specimens and medications using correct technique and according to departmental policy and procedure.
• Maintains sterile technique as well as sterile instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Monitors and communicates to surgical team members breaks in technique and unsafe patient situations.
• Performs the necessary surgical counts on sharps, small items, instruments and sponges with the circulating nurse prior to opening, during, and after closing the incision.
• Prepares the surgical field by opening correct supplies and preparing instruments and equipment needed for the scheduled case. Assures all materials are available and in working order and verifies own skill in using equipment correctly.
• Utilize knowledge of normal/abnormal anatomy and physiology, anticipates and responds to needs of surgeons by requesting instruments/supplies based on procedure and case progress.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED High school diploma or GED equivalent and completion of an accredited program or formal structure surgical program, (e.g. military services)

Experience Qualifications

• Six (6) months of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions
• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job
• Knowledge and theoretical understanding of normal/abnormal anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge and understanding of surgical procedures to anticipate needs/request from surgeon
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of general safety procedures e.g., patient precautionary care during surgery

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support

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 $54.21 - $61.05 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.