Surgical Technologist - Permanent Full-Time | Southern California

Job Description

Surgical Technologist – Permanent Full-Time | Southern California

Permanent & Full-Time Direct Hire
Surgical Services | Hospital-Based | Operating Room

A hospital-based surgical services department in Southern California is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to join its operating room team. This opportunity is well suited for a skilled Surgical Technologist with strong operating room experience who is looking for a permanent, full-time position in a collaborative hospital environment.

Schedule

• Permanent, full-time direct-hire position
• Hospital-based surgical services environment
• Operating room setting
• Schedule and shift details to be discussed during the interview process
• Weekend, holiday, or on-call responsibilities may be required based on departmental needs
• Position requires flexibility to support surgical services and patient-care demands

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for scheduled and emergency surgical procedures.
• Verify availability and sterility of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist with room setup according to the specific surgical procedure.
• Maintain sterile technique throughout surgical procedures.
• Perform surgical counts of instruments, sponges, needles, and other supplies.
• Scrub in and assist surgeons and surgical team members during procedures.
• Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to surgeons as needed.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team during procedures.
• Assist with positioning and preparation of patients for surgery.
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field.
• Handle surgical specimens appropriately according to established protocols.
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with surgical site preparation and draping.
• Monitor the sterile field and identify potential breaks in sterile technique.
• Follow infection-control, aseptic-technique, and patient-safety standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to surgical procedures and supplies.
• Assist with turnover and preparation of operating rooms between procedures.
• Ensure instruments and equipment are properly handled and transported for sterilization.
• Respond appropriately to urgent and emergent surgical situations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized operating room environment.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia personnel, and other healthcare professionals.
• Protect patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements.
• Participate in quality-improvement and patient-safety initiatives.
• Perform additional surgical technologist responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program required.
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred/required based on applicable facility requirements.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, anatomy, and surgical instrumentation.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in an operating room environment.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention and surgical safety standards.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of surgeons and other members of the surgical team.
• Strong patient-care and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong critical-thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Commitment to patient safety, sterile technique, and quality patient care.
• Ability to participate in required call, weekend, and holiday coverage as applicable.

Position Highlights

• Permanent, full-time direct-hire opportunity.
• Hospital-based operating room environment.
• 2+ years of Surgical Technologist experience required.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced surgical and clinical professionals.
• Diverse surgical services and procedural environment.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Strong opportunity for an experienced Surgical Technologist seeking a permanent hospital position.
• Located in Southern California.

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