• Surgical Technician I

    Banner Health (Susanville, CA)


    Primary City/State:

    Susanville, California

    Department Name:

    Surg-Hosp

    Work Shift:

    Day

    Job Category:

    Clinical Care

    Primary Location Salary Range:

    $26.40 - $44.00 / hour, based on education & experience

     

    In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

     

    Help move health care into the future. At Banner Health we are changing health care to make the experience the best it can be. If that sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today.

     

    Susanville is nestled within the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Enjoy four seasons with a host of year-round recreational opportunities. Explore the 2,700 square miles of public lands, with hiking, biking, cross country skiing, horseback riding, hunting, camping and off-road recreation activities. Click here to view the Susanville town and surrounding area. (https://youtu.be/sTPoc9EbJ\_Y)

     

    Bring your excellent patient care and Surgical services experience to Banner Lassen Medical Center as a per-diem Surgical Technician in our Surgical Services Department. This is per-diem position and does not have guaranteed hours nor benefits. Minimum of 1 year acute care experience required with orthopedic experience preferred.

     

    Should you have any questions, please contact Mia Frahry at [email protected] or call (602) 747-2595

     

    Located in Susanville in northeast California, Banner Lassen Medical Center offers comprehensive care in a state-of-the-art facility to aid in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses. Our 25-bed medical center has a proud history of providing vital caring to the community since 1883. Though we are a small community hospital, we have invested in the latest medical equipment, including a 124-slice CT scanner, nuclear medicine, MRI, ultrasound, bone density and mammography. The hospital also offers infusion, respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary services as well as laboratory services, inpatient and outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. Away from work, you'll find that our location at the foot of the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains offers an unlimited variety of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, golfing, hiking and skiing.

    POSITION SUMMARY

    This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure.

    CORE FUNCTIONS

    1. Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.

    2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.

    3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.

    4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.

    5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.

    6. May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.

    7. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.

     

    Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency

     

    The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient.

     

    Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology or two years of operating room experience.

     

    Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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    Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability