Surgical Tech III

Where You'll Work

French Hospital Medical Center, located in San Luis Obispo, California, has been named one of the Nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac, orthopedic, and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland, Forbes, and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education, resources, and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health's Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go here to

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech III, you will help as a team member during the preoperative, intra-operative and postoperative phases of the surgical procedure.

Every day you will demonstrates advanced skills in operating room technology and proficient knowledge of surgical procedures. You will be expected to Consistently demonstrates proper care and handling of instruments and equipment According to AAMI/ANSI Standards.


Consistently demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique according to AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice, FHMC policy and procedures and the guidelines described in Universal Precautions.

To be successful in this role, you must

• Demonstrates ability to serve as a preceptor and role model for new Surgical Technologist staff and Surgical Technologist students during their clinical rotations.
• Demonstrates ability to work within a decentralized model of patient care delivery.
• Demonstrates a caring compassionate attitude toward others.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot equipment/instrument issues in collaboration with surgical team members.
• Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a stressful environment while remaining calm, efficient and focused.

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Job Requirements

Required

• A minimum of three (3) years recent hospital experience in the capacity of a Surgical Technologist.
• Completion of Surgical Technologist training.
• Completion of Certification as Surgical Technologist.
• Surgery Tech Cert - CST or TS-C.
• CPR BLS within 90 days of hire date.