Scrub Technician

Scrub Technician

Montebello, CA 90640; Loma Linda, CA 92354

Overview

Salary Range $24.00 - $25.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Category Health Care

Description

Job Summary:

Assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state, and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains a positive, friendly, and courteous manner at all times.
• Serves as a role model to other staff members.
• Demonstrates teamwork and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Organizes equipment, instruments, and supplies for procedures based on physician preference cards and patient needs.
• Manages time efficiently and adheres to established work schedules.
• Demonstrates initiative in professional growth and continuing education.
• Exhibits strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks under pressure.
• Demonstrates working knowledge and experience in hospital, operating room, or ambulatory surgery settings.
• Anticipates the needs of physicians and ensures that all equipment, instruments, medical gases, and supplies are readily available for each procedure.
• Proficient in scrubbing for a variety of surgical cases (preferred).
• Maintains adequate levels of supplies and medical gases in accordance with caseload demands.
• Willingness to assume additional duties or assignments as needed.
• Telephone, fax, and standard office equipment.
• Surgical instruments, medical equipment, machinery, and supplies.
• Instrument disinfecting machines, sterilization equipment, and related chemicals.
• Medical gas canisters and related operating room tools.
• Must be able to handle stress related to time demands and urgent cases.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• See Physical Demand Analysis form for details specific to this position.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrates awareness of potential risks, complications, and safety protocols.
• Reports and documents malfunctioning equipment per policy.
• Follows established procedures for equipment repair and replacement.
• Anticipates and prepares equipment and supplies per surgeon preference.
• Selects and utilizes supplies in an organized, cost-effective, and timely manner.
• Ensures all equipment functions properly prior to use; removes defective items from service.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the proper use of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Operates mechanical, electrical, and air-powered devices per manufacturer instructions.
• Ensures emergency equipment and supplies are accessible at all times.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and properly stocked surgical suite.
• Performs surgical counts accurately and initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect.
• Maintains sterile fields and upholds principles of aseptic technique.
• Wears appropriate attire and follows established traffic patterns in restricted areas.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterile processing standards and practices.
• Assists with inventory management, OR turnover, and preparation of sterile supplies (e.g., case pulling, opening).
• Demonstrates respectful and professional communication at all times.
• Actively listens, provides direct and constructive feedback, and seeks clarification when needed.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and team members from diverse backgrounds, utilizing translation services when appropriate.
• Demonstrates flexibility and openness to new ideas and continuous improvement.
• Participates actively in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
• Supports organizational efforts aimed at improving individual and departmental performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Education / Experience / Licenses / Certificates / Eligibility

• Operating room experience required.
• Two (2) years of hospital main operating room experience desired.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist or proof of equivalent training.
• All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.
• 25% Travel might be required with little or no notice to other locations.