Surgical Tech Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Surgical Tech OR Full-time
United Surgical Partners International, Inc

Surgical Technologist/ Scrub Tech

apartment United Surgical Partners International, Inc location_onLos Angeles, CA
United Pacific Surgery Center has a full-time opening for a Surgical Technologist / Scrub Tech. United Pacific Surgery Center is a fast-paced, multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. What You Will Do (Job Summary): The Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. Prepares supplies, instruments, and equipment related to these procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives, and goals of the Surgery Center. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities. Monday-Friday work schedule NO call required NO Nights, NO Weekends, NO Holiday work hours Hourly Range: $24.00 - $45.00/hour, depending on experience What We Offer USPI offers the following benefits, subject to employment status : Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) - Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year. 401k retirement plan Paid holidays Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance. Required Skills: Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED Completion of a Scrub Technician Program. Certification preferable. 2+ years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other skills and abilities: General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room. Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that shall be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, and hear. The employee shall regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 100 pounds. Who We Are We are part of a much larger team with United Surgical Partners International (USPI). At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
Surgical Tech Part-time
Fresenius Medical Care

Surgical Technologist Per Diem

apartment Fresenius Medical Care location_onCulver City, CA
$24.66 - $37.64 / HOUR
This is a per diem role for a surgical tech in our Culver City, CA surgery center. The center is open Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the USV/FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and USV/FMS policy requirements. Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager or Chief Radiology Technologist, performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures according to USV/FMS policies and procedures. Assists with preparation of procedure room, inventory of supplies and stocking of supplies in the procedure room and stock room. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with the maintenance and setting up of the procedure room in compliance with FMCNA/USV policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. Stocks procedure room and procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure. Cleans the procedure room including the equipment and machinery post procedure. May assist with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving and prepping. Performs additional tasks as designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations Prepares and administers medications within the scope of practice and state regulations Performs patient transfers and positioning of patients and transports patient to and from procedure room. Acts as scrub assistant assisting the physician during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy; maintaining a sterile technique according to the established company policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy, and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency. Performs circulating duties in the procedure room. Complies with HIPAA policies and standards in regards to patient confidentiality. Assists with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before and after procedures. May perform minor equipment repairs and general upkeep. Communicate problems to supervisor and document issues in the communications log. Assists with disposal of hazardous waste materials, dirty linen and rugs. May assist with instrument sterilization and packaging of surgical instruments. Assists with preparing, organizing, and efficiently utilizing supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. Provides outstanding quality of patient care by supporting and driving USV quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of USV/FMS CQI tools. Assists with implementing USV quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve USV quality standards. Maintains integrity of medical records and other USV administrative and operational records. Complies with all data collection and auditing activities. Provides clerical and practical support to physicians and staff: Works with the physicians and staff to have all necessary instruments and equipment are on hand. May print images and send to the physician. May assist with training and orienting new employees on the medical equipment. Files paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures. Assists with inventory, ordering of supplies and re-stocking of supplies. May process x-ray images after acquisitions. May archive patient images to a CD or DVD to comply with USV policies and procedures for patient medical records and state regulations. Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified. Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand in a protective apron for up to 45-60 minutes. EDUCATION: High School Diploma required Surgical Technologist Certification as required by state regulation All appropriate state licensure, and or certification education and training (if any) required. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 1 - 2 years' related experience. Previous patient care experience preferred. Working knowledge of interventional equipment (including C-Arm and Ultrasound equipment), procedures and materials/supplies needed for each procedure. Knowledge of sterile techniques. Experience with special procedures utilizing a C-Arm preferred. Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices to be utilized when operating radiology systems. Successfully complete BLS certification. “The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies. Rate: $24.66 - $37.64 Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. EOE, disability/veterans
Surgical Tech Full-time
Kaiser Permanente

Surgical Technologist II - On Call Days - Downey Med Ctr - OR

apartment Kaiser Permanente location_onDowney, CA
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician and in accordance with the legal scope of competency and within established standards of care, policies and procedures: assists the physician during surgical procedures by performing scrub duties. Essential Responsibilities: The Certified Surgical Technician demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors. Leadership: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude. Identifies and supports new ideas. Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes. Participates in problem identification and resolution in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities and notifies Registered Nurse if unable to complete assignments. Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice. Nursing Process: Correctly identifies patient and scheduled procedure. Performs patient care activities, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned. Reports unusual findings to the Registered Nurse. Collects data and provides information in a timely manner to the registered Nurse which may assist within the revision of the plan of care. Discharge barriers are discussed with the Registered Nurse and intervention taken as directed. Clinical Outcomes: Applies standard precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others. Observes patient/family conditions and reports to Registered Nurse sudden changes or unusual findings. Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period and ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation. Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens throughout the medical center utilizing proper body mechanics. Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, measuring/monitoring, assessing and improving. Assembles and ensures all equipment/supplies/instruments are appropriate, available, calibrated, and adjusted, in working order, sterilized per protocol and organized for upcoming procedure. Sets up and organizes room. Performs scrub role (e.g., anticipates surgeons needs, pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, obtain/process tissue samples) according to standard. Assists physician within scope of competency. Assists with transfer, transport, and stabilization of patient within the scope of competency. Cleans instruments, containers, and equipment according to established guidelines and reassembles packs, prepares for sterilization and/or returns to Central Processing. Operates sterilization equipment. Operates equipment safely and reports defective equipment upon discovery. Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventive maintenance. Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently. Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specific department. Anticipates the customers desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved. Promptly answers call lights, alarms, and patient requests. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, gives patients and their significant others the information needed within their scope of competency. Maintains and protects patient confidentiality. Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment. Team Commitment: Viewed by others to be an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. Takes accountability for own actions and accepts constructive criticism. Assists others unfamiliar to the department. Attends all mandatory meetings and inservices, a minimum of 50% of staff meetings, and actively participates in other departmental professional development (Requirement may vary for per diem staff). Participates with the assessment of current and future unit learning needs and development of annual educational plan. Keeps self-informed of activities on the unit and makes recommendation for change. Adheres to Regional Attendance Policy. Reports to assigned area promptly, being present and available for report at beginning of assigned shift. Minimizes personal phone call time. Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. Fiscal Responsibility: Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime. Identifies and assists in systems improvement that need simplification or correction. Utilizes payroll and non- payroll resources to their maximum potential.
Surgical Tech Temporary
Kaiser Permanente

Surgical Technologist II - On Call Evenings - Downey Med Ctr- OR

apartment Kaiser Permanente location_onDowney, CA
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician and in accordance with the legal scope of competency and within established standards of care, policies and procedures: assists the physician during surgical procedures by performing scrub duties. Essential Responsibilities: The Certified Surgical Technician demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors. Leadership: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude. Identifies and supports new ideas. Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes. Participates in problem identification and resolution in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities and notifies Registered Nurse if unable to complete assignments. Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice. Nursing Process: Correctly identifies patient and scheduled procedure. Performs patient care activities, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned. Reports unusual findings to the Registered Nurse. Collects data and provides information in a timely manner to the registered Nurse which may assist within the revision of the plan of care. Discharge barriers are discussed with the Registered Nurse and intervention taken as directed. Clinical Outcomes: Applies standard precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others. Observes patient/family conditions and reports to Registered Nurse sudden changes or unusual findings. Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period and ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation. Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens throughout the medical center utilizing proper body mechanics. Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, measuring/monitoring, assessing and improving. Assembles and ensures all equipment/supplies/instruments are appropriate, available, calibrated, and adjusted, in working order, sterilized per protocol and organized for upcoming procedure. Sets up and organizes room. Performs scrub role (e.g., anticipates surgeons needs, pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, obtain/process tissue samples) according to standard. Assists physician within scope of competency. Assists with transfer, transport, and stabilization of patient within the scope of competency. Cleans instruments, containers, and equipment according to established guidelines and reassembles packs, prepares for sterilization and/or returns to Central Processing. Operates sterilization equipment. Operates equipment safely and reports defective equipment upon discovery. Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventive maintenance. Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently. Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specific department. Anticipates the customers desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved. Promptly answers call lights, alarms, and patient requests. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, gives patients and their significant others the information needed within their scope of competency. Maintains and protects patient confidentiality. Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment. Team Commitment: Viewed by others to be an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. Takes accountability for own actions and accepts constructive criticism. Assists others unfamiliar to the department. Attends all mandatory meetings and inservices, a minimum of 50% of staff meetings, and actively participates in other departmental professional development (Requirement may vary for per diem staff). Participates with the assessment of current and future unit learning needs and development of annual educational plan. Keeps self-informed of activities on the unit and makes recommendation for change. Adheres to Regional Attendance Policy. Reports to assigned area promptly, being present and available for report at beginning of assigned shift. Minimizes personal phone call time. Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. Fiscal Responsibility: Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime. Identifies and assists in systems improvement that need simplification or correction. Utilizes payroll and non- payroll resources to their maximum potential.
Surgical Tech Temporary
Kaiser Permanente

Surgical Technologist II - On Call Evening - Downey Med Ctr - OR

apartment Kaiser Permanente location_onDowney, CA
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician and in accordance with the legal scope of competency and within established standards of care, policies and procedures: assists the physician during surgical procedures by performing scrub duties. Essential Responsibilities: The Certified Surgical Technician demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors. Leadership: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude. Identifies and supports new ideas. Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes. Participates in problem identification and resolution in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities and notifies Registered Nurse if unable to complete assignments. Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice. Nursing Process: Correctly identifies patient and scheduled procedure. Performs patient care activities, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned. Reports unusual findings to the Registered Nurse. Collects data and provides information in a timely manner to the registered Nurse which may assist within the revision of the plan of care. Discharge barriers are discussed with the Registered Nurse and intervention taken as directed. Clinical Outcomes: Applies standard precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others. Observes patient/family conditions and reports to Registered Nurse sudden changes or unusual findings. Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period and ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation. Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens throughout the medical center utilizing proper body mechanics. Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, measuring/monitoring, assessing and improving. Assembles and ensures all equipment/supplies/instruments are appropriate, available, calibrated, and adjusted, in working order, sterilized per protocol and organized for upcoming procedure. Sets up and organizes room. Performs scrub role (e.g., anticipates surgeons needs, pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, obtain/process tissue samples) according to standard. Assists physician within scope of competency. Assists with transfer, transport, and stabilization of patient within the scope of competency. Cleans instruments, containers, and equipment according to established guidelines and reassembles packs, prepares for sterilization and/or returns to Central Processing. Operates sterilization equipment. Operates equipment safely and reports defective equipment upon discovery. Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventive maintenance. Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently. Customer Service: Practices customer service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specific department. Anticipates the customers desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved. Promptly answers call lights, alarms, and patient requests. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, gives patients and their significant others the information needed within their scope of competency. Maintains and protects patient confidentiality. Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment. Team Commitment: Viewed by others to be an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others. Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance. Takes accountability for own actions and accepts constructive criticism. Assists others unfamiliar to the department. Attends all mandatory meetings and inservices, a minimum of 50% of staff meetings, and actively participates in other departmental professional development (Requirement may vary for per diem staff). Participates with the assessment of current and future unit learning needs and development of annual educational plan. Keeps self-informed of activities on the unit and makes recommendation for change. Adheres to Regional Attendance Policy. Reports to assigned area promptly, being present and available for report at beginning of assigned shift. Minimizes personal phone call time. Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment. Fiscal Responsibility: Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime. Identifies and assists in systems improvement that need simplification or correction. Utilizes payroll and non- payroll resources to their maximum potential.
Surgical Tech OR Part-time
United Surgical Partners International, Inc

Surgical Technologist / Scrub Tech

apartment United Surgical Partners International, Inc location_onLos Angeles, CA
United Pacific Surgery Center has an opening for a part-time Surgical Technologist / Scrub Tech United Pacific Surgery Center is a fast-paced, multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. What You Will Do (Job Summary): The Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Maintains a sterile field during surgical procedures. Prepares supplies, instruments, and equipment related to these procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives, and goals of the Surgery Center. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities. Monday-Friday work schedule NO call required NO Nights, NO Weekends, NO Holiday work hours Free Parking Hourly Range: $24.00 - $45.00/hour based on experience What We Offer One way we care for our communities and each other is by providing competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) - Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year. 401k retirement plan Paid holidays Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance. Required Skills: Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED Completion of a Scrub Technician Program. Certification preferable. 2+ years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other skills and abilities: General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room. Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that shall be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, and hear. The employee shall regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 100 pounds. Who We Are We are part of a much larger team with United Surgical Partners International (USPI). At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.