Sr. Surgical Tech - PRN

Overview

Sr. Surgical Tech - PRN

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. City of Hope is one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., with a comprehensive model spanning cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope operates a national system including the Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

This is a PRN role- daytime shift (6:30AM usual start time but can vary). 12-16 hrs per week with Call expectation for nights, weekends & holidays. Example shift(s): 1 12-hour shift OR 2 8-hour shifts/week.

Surgical Technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Sr. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon and circulating RN to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Sr. Surgical technologists are individuals with specialized education who function as members of the surgical team in the role of scrub person.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of three years' experience with complex surgical procedures
• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED equivalency
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist Training program
• Certification:
  American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
• Certified Surgical Technician (NBSTSA)
• Or Tech in Surgery-Certified (NCCT), or 20+ years equivalent experience
• Special
  
  Skills:
  
  Possesses a thorough working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, instruments, suture material, power, specialty equipment, medication and supply terminology

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.