Senior - Surgical Technologist - $30-50 per hour

Company: Banner Health
Location: Susanville
Posted on: October 3, 2024

Job Description:

Banner Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist Senior for a job in Susanville, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: StaffPrimary City/State:Susanville, CaliforniaDepartment Name: Surg-HospWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical CarePrimary Location Salary Range:$29.96 - $49.93 / hour, based on education & experienceIn accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.$20K Relocation IncentiveGreat careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Apply today.--Banner Health was named to Fortune's America's Most Innovative Companies list for the second year in a row for 2024 and named Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek. We're proud to be recognized for our commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent patient care.Susanville is nestled within the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Enjoy four seasons with a host of year-round recreational opportunities. Explore the 2,700 square miles of public lands, with hiking, biking, cross country skiing, horseback riding, hunting, camping and off-road recreation activities.As a critical access hospital, Banner Lassen Medical Center offers a wide range of programs and services to aid in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness.As a full-time Intraop Surgical Technician at Banner Lassen Medical Center, you will assist surgeons with surgeries/procedures by maintaining a sterile field. You will pick cases, orders and maintain supplies and cover Sterile Processing when needed. Although this is a Monday --- Friday 6:45AM- 3:15PM position, call is generally 7-10 days per month including weekends and holidays.Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.Here for everyone.At Banner Health, we value and celebrate equity, diversity and inclusion.-- If that sounds like something you want to be a part of - apply today!Should you have any questions, please contact Mia Frahry at -- or call Located in Susanville in northeast California, Banner Lassen Medical Center offers comprehensive care in a state-of-the-art facility to aid in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses. Our 25-bed medical center has a proud history of providing vital caring to the community since 1883. Though we are a small community hospital, we have invested in the latest medical equipment, including a 124-slice CT scanner, nuclear medicine, MRI, ultrasound, bone density and mammography. The hospital also offers infusion, respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary services as well as laboratory services, inpatient and outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. Away from work, you'll find that our location at the foot of the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains offers an unlimited variety of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, golfing, hiking and skiing.Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThis position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure. Participants in the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned. Is proficient to scrub on a minimum of two surgical specialties.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and makes minor adjustments or calls biomedical equipment staff. Checks schedule and plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue. Maintains competency to scrub in a minimum of two surgical specialties.3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.6. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical technology staff and students, as assigned.7. May provide business support to the department including administrative tasks.8. This position follows safety procedures in regards to medication labeling, appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-out procedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling and disassembling instruments. Participates in emergency call rotation. Is proficient to scrub on at least two surgical specialties. Internal customers are patients, surgeons, and nursing staff. External customers may include practicing physicians, patient families and vendors or sales reps.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.--Certified as a surgical technologist OR two to three years of experience in a surgical technologist role. Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.This position must be able to scrub proficiently on a minimum of two surgical specialties. The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from an accredited school of surgical technology is highly preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.EEO Statement:EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy PolicyBanner Health Job ID #R4387344. Posted job title: senior intraop surgical technologistAbout Banner HealthAbout Banner HealthBanner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in thecountry and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all thecommunities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary carehealth centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, ourskilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to makehealth care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, careeropportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Bannerjourney unique and fulfilling for every employee.
  Our MissionBanner's nonprofit mission statement serves as the foundational language forour organization. "Making health care easier, so life can be better." Thismission statement focuses everyone in the organization on a singular purpose- excellent patient care. In addition, our mission guides decision making,defines organizational behavior, set the standards for our day-to-day work,and drives performance.
  Our DiversityAt Banner Health, we value and celebrate equity, diversity and inclusion bypromoting and cultivating a culturally rich workforce honored to serve, supportand provide services to our diverse communities. We respect and value thevarious backgrounds and differences among our team members that allowsthem to be who they are. We believe leveraging these unique perspectives,experiences and talents not only enhances our Banner family, but supportsour effectiveness and success as an organization. With a strong focus on ourtalent, culture and community, we provide opportunities internally andexternally through:
  --- Programs focusing on our talent pipeline.
  --- Team Member Resource Groups that offer team member development,community outreach, and resources for well-being.
  --- Diversity, equity and inclusion education available through facilitator ledvirtual platforms.
  --- Collaborating with community partners to bring accurate healthinformation and resources to our underserved communities.
  --- Focusing on health disparities and social determinants of health.Benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Health Care FSA
  • Discount program
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Health savings account

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