Surgical Technician; Certified- Evenings

Surgical Technician (Certified)-Full Time Evenings-Temecula Valley Hospital

About Temecula Valley Hospital

Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient-centered and family sensitive care to area residents. The hospital features 140 private patient rooms; emergency care; advanced cardiac and stroke care; orthopedics; general and surgical specialties. TVH is nationally recognized for Patient Safety designated by The Leapfrog Group as a Top Hospital in both 2017 and 2020 and has received 10 “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, most recently in Spring 2023.

The hospital was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals  for Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Stroke, Pneumonia and COPD, as well as the Health grades 2022 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award. TVH is a DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and has received eight Women’s Choice Award Achievements as One of America’s Best Hospitals for Stroke Care and One of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety.

Other accolades include: the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GOLD PLUS with Target:
Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target:
Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, Mission Lifeline® - STEMI Receiving Center - GOLD PLUS, Mission Lifeline® - NSTEMI - GOLD, Blue Distinction® Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries, The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Certification for Hip and Knee Replacement, first hospital in the state of California to achieve certification as a Gluten-Free Food Service facility, 3 Star Medicare Hospital Compare Rating, the American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation, the honor of the Inland Empire’s Top Workplaces 2017 and 2018, has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality Cardiac Care Facility for comprehensive heart and vascular treatment-including Cardiac Medical Intervention, Cardiac Rhythm Programs and Cardiac Surgery.

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The Operating Room Technician demonstrates knowledge of the step-by-step progress of specific surgical procedures for all surgical services. Anticipates surgeon's needs in regards to instrumentation, sutures, sponges, supplies, etc. Displays dexterity in the use of the required instrumentation according to technique, procedure and special requirements. Demonstrates ability to function in intra-operative situations requiring in-depth technical expertise and knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Anticipates instrumentation/equipment for a wide range of simple and complex surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instrumentation, sutures, sponges, and supplies consistent with surgeon's preference. Surgical environment is set up and organized prior to patient's arrival into room. Knowledge of preparing and maintaining a sterile field. Knowledge of instrumentation and supplies necessary for specialty surgical procedures.

Assist the surgeon and surgical team during operations by preparing and passing instruments and supplies, maintaining a sterile field, and ensuring all equipment is functional and ready for procedures. Work efficiently with team members to anticipate needs and support surgical workflow, ensuring patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes.

• Minimum of one (1) year recent operating room experience as a Surgical Tech. This year may include time spent as a student in an Acute Care setting, and/or time spent in an accredited Operating Room Technician program.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program required.
• National Surgical Technician certification recommended.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required.

• Two (2) years operating room experience in an acute care facility required.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program required.
• National Surgical Technician certification required.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification…