Surgical Tech

Surgical Technologist

Ventura Orthopedic Center

Welcome to Ventura Orthopedic Center

Ventura Orthopedic Center is hiring a Surgical Technologist - PRN . Our fast-paced Ambulatory Surgery Center is committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech at Ventura Orthopedic Center

Job Summary

• Be responsible for providing surgical scrub on all types of minor and major surgical procedures dependent on individual competence.
• Ensure sterility of all supplies and instruments during set up of surgical procedures.
• Assist circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment.
• Assist circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment. Is responsible for doing sponge, needle, and instrument count pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants.
• Assist in keeping physician preference cards accurate/updated.
• Retain all specimens to be sent to pathology, confirming source/name of specimen with surgeon.
• Transport all surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas. Assist in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets.
• Interact appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background.
• Use Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
• Assist with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participates in emergency preparedness drills.
• Follow all equipment and safety guidelines and is responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
• Serve as a resource to other members of the health care team.
• Attend in-services, conferences, and meetings as required.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintain patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintain designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the hospital.
• Act in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
• Comply with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.
• Support new hires and existing staff through precepting and/or orienting new hires and existing staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Surgical Technician Program and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification as required by state and/or center
• 3 years previous experience required
• previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center is strongly preferred
• Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions of the patient when needed
• Must excel in teamwork and possess strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, engage with patients, and coordinate with physicians

Pay Range:

(Wages are determined based upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and years of experience).

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of, our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.