Surgical Technician - (Full-Time)

Beverly Hills Doctors Surgery Center is a respected ambulatory surgical center specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our goal is to exceed patient expectations and guarantee satisfaction as an exceptional outpatient alternative to inpatient hospital care. While applications need to be submitted through this ad, you can learn more about the facility here: https://www.bhdoctorssurgerycenter.com/

The pay range listed is all encompassing, taking experience & tenure into account. Offers will be based on experience.

Surgical Technician

(Full-Time Position)

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• 6 paid holidays per year.
• 10 days of PTO for the first 3 years, increases with tenure.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan.
• Reimbursements for required certifications. (BLS, ACLS, etc.)

Responsibilities:
Surgical Technician duties will consist of, but are not limited to:

• Secure and prepare all supplies required for surgical intervention.
• Ensure the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in OR.
• Perform surgical counts according to center policies and procedures.
• Prepare patient skin for surgical treatment.
• Help monitor patients during surgery.
• Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
• Perform surgical functions to assist surgeon during surgical procedure.
• Collect and label specimens taken during surgical procedure.
• Follow all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures.
• Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses, or anesthesiologists.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
• Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.
• Prepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens.
• Wash and sterilize equipment, using proper products and sterilizing techniques per manufacturers guidelines.
• Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.
• Operate, assemble, adjust, or monitor sterilizers, lights, suction machines, or diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Disinfect all the equipment and tools used after the surgery.
• Assist with Cleaning and turnover of the operating room after the procedure.

Key Competencies:

• Observant: Effectively observe the procedure and notice relevant details.
• Proactive: Anticipate needs of the surgical staff and patient.
• Reactive: Provide accurate and timely assistance to match the urgency and necessity of the situation.
• Problem Sensitivity: Able to tell when something needs to be corrected.
• Steadiness: Able to keep your hand and arm steady when needed.

• 2+ years’ experience preferred.
• BLS certification.
• Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.