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Sutter Health Surgical Support Tech (Case Picker) in Berkeley, California
Organization:
ABSMC-Ashby Campus
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Surgical Support Technician participates as a member of the perioperative team. The Support Technician performs direct and indirect perioperative tasks for patients having surgical and invasive procedures and assists anesthesia care providers. The staff member in this position must be able to participate in the provision of perioperative patient care for adolescent and adult patients. The Surgical Support Technician works 8 hour shifts as assigned by the Assistant Director of Surgery. Weekend shifts may be assigned as necessary.
Job Description :
Miscellaneous Functions
• receives, sorts, decontaminates, cleans and sterilizes surgical items as needed
• reports defective material or equipment to Charge Nurse
• reports unsafe conditions to Charge Nurse or Patient Care Manager
• keeps corridors cleared
• restocks unused supplies and instruments in a timely manner
• transports patient specimens, cultures, blood and body fluids to pathology and the laboratory
• stocks specialty carts as assigned
• changes compressed air and gas tanks
• loads and operates ultrasonic washer, autoclave and Steris units as needed
• pulls supplies and instruments following physician preference lists to prepare case cart(s).
• performs repetitive non- discretionary functions related to the restocking/transport of irrigations solutions (rigid containers and soft-side containers) and of IV bags (without medications) on carts and in warmers.
• provides other OR duties as requested by Charge Nurse and/or Patient Care Manager
• serves as relief secretary as needed.
Preoperative Functions
• transports patients to the surgical suite
• performs preoperative hair removal with surgical clippers
• assists in selecting supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
• assists in preparing the surgical suite for surgical procedures
• assists in preparing the operating room bed and sets up specialty tables/beds
• checks supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure
• pens sterile packages using sterile technique
Intraoperative Functions
• Assists in placing and positioning the patient on the operating room bed for surgical procedures
• ties and secures sterile gowns
• dons sterile gloves using the open-glove method
• hold extremities during the operative skin prep
• assists anesthesia personnel with the administration of spinal and epidural anesthesia
• assists the surgeon in applying casts and splints
Postoperative Functions
• assists in transferring the patient to the postoperative bed/gurney
• transports postoperative patients to the patient care unit after local procedures
• assists the registered nurse and anesthesia care provider in transporting postoperative patients to the PACU, SDC Unit, and Critical Care Unit.
• assists the operating room team in room turnover
EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
OR CMA-Certified Medical Assistant
OR CNA-Certified Nurse Assistant
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
- 2 years of recent experience in ambulatory surgery or acute care operating room experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, oral and written, in the English language.
Working knowledge of principles of aseptic technique.
Ability to identify breaks in the sterility of surgical instrumentation and supplies.
Ability to identify and manage surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Ability to work efficiently, accurately, cooperatively, and react rapidly to changing situations.
Able to manage multiple activities and prioritize appropriately.
Job Shift:
Varied
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Variable
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
Yes
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Number of Openings:
0
This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $28.03 to $34.13 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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