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County of Riverside

Surgical Technician - MSC Operating Room

County of Riverside, Moreno Valley, California, United States, 92551

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Job Overview The Riverside University Health System (RUHS) - Medical Center is looking for a Surgical Technician to join the MSC Operating Room Department. Surgical Technicians assist Registered Nurses and other patient care team members in planning for the surgical intervention; perform the scrub role and other perioperative related duties as required.

Please note, that based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice.

Key Qualifications

Possession of a valid certification in Basic Life Support/Cardio-Respiratory Resuscitation (BLS/CPR) from the American Heart Association is required.

Copies of the AHA BLS/CPR card must be uploaded to your application as an attachment.

Completion of a Surgical Technician Program (verification of completion to be submitted at the time of application and/or interview).

Responsibilities

Arrange sterile setup for surgical procedures; pass instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeons, Registered Nurses and surgical assistants.

Prepare sterile supplies, assist in cleanup of the operating room.

Check placement and operation of equipment; check and restock operating room.

During surgical procedures may be responsible for special trays, grafting materials and recording patient data.

Check schedule for times and types of operations.

Verify patient’s identity when applicable; check for presence of bridgework, contact lenses, prosthesis, implants and personal items i.e. clothing, jewelry.

Verify any patient allergies, NPO status and whether or not patient has voided (when applicable).

Assemble necessary supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical intervention; conduct equipment checks and labeling and report malfunctioning to the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager.

Monitor and apply aseptic technique throughout the intraoperative period; closely monitor the operative field and report any breaks immediately.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Medical Terminology; aseptic techniques required in a surgical setting; supplies, instruments and equipment used in surgical interventions; proper patient preparation procedures; medical and patient safety needs.

Understand principles of proper body alignment and assure their application during procedures.

Assist the Registered Nurse and Medical Doctor in carrying out surgical intervention.

Meet patients' physical and psychological needs; properly assemble and care for instrument trays and other equipment.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships and nursing and medical staff and others.

Preferred Certifications Certification as a Surgical Technician is desired, but not required.

Work Schedule 5/40: Monday - Friday 6:50-15:20 (subject to change upon department needs and will be discussed during the interview).

Application Period Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.

General Information and Contact Questions regarding this recruitment? Please contact Xochitl Sanchez via email at xsanchez@rivco.org.

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