Surgical Tech Jobs in Long Beach, CA

Surgical Tech Full-time
United Surgical Partners International, Inc

GI Tech Surgical Tech

United Surgical Partners International, Inc Mid-City, CA
$24 - $28 / hour
GI Tech FT Endoscopy Center of Southern California is seeking a motivated GI Tech to join our team. Endoscopy Center of Southern California is a fast paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Job Summary Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, the GI Tech scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains 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. Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of an appropriate surgical technician program or previous surgical technician experience of at least two years. Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians What We Offer As a valued member of USPI, your health and well‑being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits. USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses. Competitive wages Opportunities to better yourself professionally Health, Dental & Vision Coverage 401(k) retirement plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Company Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Programs Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account Education Assistance Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance Travel Assistance when 100+ miles from home for business or vacation Free parking Who We Are At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care 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. Salary Range: $24 - $28 Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience. #USP-123
Surgical Tech OR Full-time
Torrance Memorial Medical Center

Surgical Tech - Operating Room FT Evening (12-hour)

Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, CA
$35.91 - $55.06 / hour
Under the direction of a RN, the Surgical Technician works cooperatively with all surgical team members functioning as scrub assistant to the surgeon and assistant surgeon during surgical procedures. The Surgical Technician II is knowledgeable about, skilled in, and coordinates at least one area of expertise in the Operating Room. The Surgical Technician is responsible for adhering to all standards of care and for promoting teamwork among coworkers. Core Competencies Assists the circulating nurse in preparing the assigned operating room for surgery. Checks the surgeons preference cards before beginning all surgeries Scrubs, gowns, and gloves according to approved techniques. Practices aseptic technique in opening surgical packs, sutures, and trays. Maintains a sterile field throughout each surgical procedure. Performs sponge and needle counts according to policies/ procedures. Provides health care services in own job category to the following age groups as applicable to job functions and as appropriate in regularly assigned clinical areas: Infancy: birth - 1 year Toddler: 1 year - 3 years Pre-School: 3 years - 6 years School Age: 6 years - 12 years Adolescent: 12 years - 18 years Adulthood: 19 years - 45 years Middle Adult: 45 years - 59 years Late Adult: 60 years - 79 years 80 years > Assists the surgeon and assistant surgeon by passing instruments during surgical procedures. Checks medications used during surgical procedures with the circulating nurse. Reports any breaks in aseptic technique and restores sterile field. Handles and identifies specimens correctly; obtains surgeons permission before handing specimens off the sterile field. Reports to circulating nurse any drains or packing remaining in patients after surgery. Applies dressing to wounds and cleanses skin immediately following surgery. Assists in the transfer of patients from the surgical table to gurney. Operates surgical tables, lights, electro-surgical units, and instrumentation systems used during surgical procedures. Assists the circulating nurse in cleaning and preparing the operating room for surgeries to follow. Maintains a safe working environment: ensures gurneys are in locked position except when transporting, ensures side rails are in up position as indicated, keeps unit free of hazards/clutter, adheres to infection prevention guidelines, disposes of infectious waste properly Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion when discussing patient information. Assists in maintaining a well functioning unit by: removing broken equipment per policy alerting appropriate resources of faulty/broken equipment Orients new personnel to department, equipment, and routines. Assists other team members by offering assistance to distribute the workload. Accepts legal responsibilities inherent in actions by exercising judgment and practicing within guidelines allowed. Participates in clinic activities: Attends unit and Medical Center staff meetings/inservices, is responsible for reading and comprehending all posted minutes and memos. Participates on committees/Shared Decision Making councils as delegated or elected. Participates in hospital performance improvement activities as assigned. Scrubs 2 of 10 major specialties: robotics, complex spine, ophthalmology including retinal surgery, total joints, bariatric/advanced laparoscopic, GYN, endovascular, cardio-thoracic, neuro, burns/reconstructive plastic/complex ENT independently. Maintains current level by providing 1 inservice annually, or is a super user for new product/device or other activity submitted for approval by manager. Maintains current level by obtaining 7 CEU's per year. Education Degree Program Additional Information Graduate from a school of Surgical Technology OR Military training for Surgical Tech OR 2 years acute care experience as a Surgical Tech Experience Additional Information 2 years acute care experience as a Surgical Tech OR graduate from a school of Surgical Technology OR Military training for Surgical Tech. Compensation Range $35.91 - $55.06/ Hour