Surgical Technician - SDSC

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement:

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
•    Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
•    401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
•    Generous paid time off (PTO)
•    Career development and continuing education opportunities
•    Health savings accounts, healthcare C 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 C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of duties in the OR and related areas to assist the surgical team. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Scrubs on all types of operating procedures; handles surgical instruments, sutures & sponges; anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as necessary. Maintains strict aseptic technique, assumes joint responsibility with the circulating nurse for ensuring that all are accounted for during and after the operation. Observes patient's condition while in the OR; reports any changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia. 

2. Prepares for scheduled operative procedures, ensuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready for use.* 

3. Maintains a clean and safe OR environment; cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment. Restocks OR with standard supplies and assists in updating surgical instrument sets. Maintains power equipment and specialty instrumentation within assigned specialty areas.* 

4. Assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR; verifies patient identity; assists with lifting and positioning of patient for surgical procedures.* 

5. May assist as second circulator under the direction of a registered nurse. Prepares materials to be presented in dept in-service education programs as assigned. Assists in the trial and evaluation of new surgical products. Provides input to managers in developing new policies and procedures for the department. Participates on committees as assigned.* 

6. Performs other related duties as assigned.* 

1. High school diploma or equivalent and... Equivalent DMC surgical technician training program or... Equivalent combination of training and/or experience or... Successful completion of an accredited surgical technician program . 

2. Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists highly desirable. 

3. One to two years experience as a surgical technician preferred. 

Facility Description

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

EEO Statement

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