Job Information
Kaiser Permanente Technologist II, Surgical Scrub in Jonesboro, Georgia
Job Summary:
The Surgical Scrub Tech II works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and is responsible for helping to prepare the OR, scrubbing with Surgeon and assisting with surgical procedures and GI.
Essential Responsibilities:
Preceptor of all new technicians, providing training on new equipment and patient care services. Assists in the ongoing process of healthcare delivery to patients incorporating age related and developmental specific requirements.
Provides technical skills assisting surgeon and operating surgical equipment in a safe efficient manner. This assistance includes but is not limited to the following:
Pre-Surgery: Set up surgical equipment, instruments and sterile supplies and make sure the equipment works properly. Prepares patient for surgery by shaving, washing and disinfecting incision areas. Assists in transfer of patients to the operating room and helps to position them on the operating table.
Intraoperatively: Pass instruments and sterile supplies to the surgeon and surgical assistant. Helps to keep track of needles, sponges, instruments and supplies. Cuts sutures and holds retractors. Manage specimens taken for analysis.
Postop: Help transport patients to recovery area. Prepares instruments for sterilization. Clean the operating room and restock it with supplies. Prepares for operating room for next case.
Perform at least one training in-service each year.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Minimum five (5) years of experience scrubbing in an OR setting.
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
Graduation from a recognized Surgical Technologist Program required.
License, Certification, Registration
Surgical Technologist Certificate within 12 months of hire
Basic Life Support required at hire from American Heart Association
Additional Requirements:
N/A.
Preferred Qualifications:
N/A.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Technologist II, Surgical Scrub
LOCATION: Jonesboro, Georgia
REQNUMBER: 1206541
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.