Marin General Hospital Greenbrae , CA 94904
Posted 2 weeks ago
ABOUT MARINHEALTH
Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare's most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch.
MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others.
What We Offer
MarinHealth offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits that support your health, wellness, and financial security. Our robust Wellness@Work program includes onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, and promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees. We also provide a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday, and sick leave. These benefits, along with our highly competitive compensation package, make MarinHealth one of the best places to work in the Bay Area. Join us and find your next career at MarinHealth.
External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.
JOB SUMMARY:
It is the responsibility of the Surgical Technologist to function under the direct supervision of an RN while performing the scrub role on the intraoperative team and/or assisting with other patient care activities, and in accordance with department policies and procedures.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required
Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program
Completion of Certification program and exam preferred and required for Certified level
EXPERIENCE
Two years recent hospital or health care facility experience required
Two years current Surgical Technologist experience preferred
PREREQUISITE SKILLS
Knowledge of surgical techniques, anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, and equipment and supplies
Ability to work independently, interdependently and under supervision within department and hospital policies
Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills required
Data entry computer skills required
Ability to function in an intermittently stressful environment
Ability to teach the role of Surgical Technologist including surgical technique, equipment and instrumentation
LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL (not modifiable)
Demonstrates knowledge and skills related to aseptic technique principles and practices
Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization principles and methods
Assists with patient care plan and implementation, utilizing knowledge of surgical techniques, procedures and physician preference guidelines
Demonstrates and monitors aseptic technique principle during preparation and maintenance of the sterile field, including scrubbed team members
Validates supply and instrument sterility which includes checking package, wrap or container integrity, chemical indicators and expiration dates
Utilizes cost effective practices through judicious supply use and selective opening and/or preparation of surgeon preferences
Maintains accurate count of all sponges, needles, or other items to be counted before, during and at wound closure
Performs all tasks required of the scrub including but not limited to skin preparation; positioning assistance; gowning and gloving of self and others; draping; sterile field preparation; counts; preparation and passing of instruments, supplies, equipment; safe handling/disposition of sharps; accurate measuring of fluids on the sterile field; applies sterile dressing; safe disposal of drapes, sponges, sharps, instruments and liquid waste
Cares for specimens in accordance with all policies and procedures which apply to specimen handling, processing and accountability
Prepares instruments and equipment for terminal cleaning and transports on case cart to SPD
Willingly shares knowledge and skills with all other team members
Notifies SPD of malfunctioning or broken instruments or equipment
Implement adult learning theories when teaching surgical technologist role
SECONDARY (modifiable)
Attends educational and training seminars which further own knowledge and skill base
Supports and participates in new programs and/or plans for change which maintains or improves quality patient care
Other duties as assigned
At MarinHealth, our top priority is the well-being of our employees, patients, and community. As such, we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations, including the measles, mumps, varicella, and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Additionally, the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID + booster vaccination status. We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements, but we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all. Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all.
The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on the individual's skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications. This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position. Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy. Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.
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