Surgical Tech
Company: Mission Community Hospital
Location: Panorama City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Surgical Technician POSITION SUMMARY The Surgical Technician
(ORT) performs services requiring technical and manual skills,
under the direction of a licensed physician or a registered
professional nurse. Specific areas of responsibility include setup
and monitoring of sterile field, providing requested equipment
during surgical procedures, assisting with positioning, transfer
and transport of patient in surgical environment, and managing and
operating equipment and instruments. This position will be
primarily working with an acutely ill person through rehabilitating
pediatric to geriatric patient population in a manner that
demonstrates an understanding of the functional and/or
developmental age of the individual served. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Practitioner Role The Surgical Technician is responsible for
knowing and adhering to the legal scope of certification practice,
if applicable, for their particular area in the State of
California. The Surgical Technician receives assignment from the
coordinating RN. He/she provides direct patient/client care by
which the staff member: Scrubs for all specialty cases as defined
in the unit competency list. Sets up the sterile field and monitors
its maintenance and reports breaks in technique to RN Contributes
to the comfort and safety of the patient by assisting with
effective positioning, and monitoring surgical team’s activities
during case. Collects and prepares all instrumentation and
equipment for each case. Assists with patient transfer as directed.
Assist with OR room turn around as needed. Assist with stocking of
room and maintenance of inventory. Performs decontamination
procedures and quality control monitoring of sterilizers per
guidelines. Support perianesthesia services and Anesthetists as
appropriate. When in doubt, consults with the Registered
Nurse-In-Charge and/or Director. Team Player Role Collaboration
Collaboration must have a common purpose, coordination, effective
communication and blending of unique and complimentary professional
skills. It is the Surgical Technician’s responsibility to
participate in the collaborative process. The Surgical Technician
receives assigned duties from a RN. The Surgical Technician
practice recognizes the unique relationship whereby they must work
cooperatively and in partnership without having “assignment”
authority. Communication A Surgical Technician’s primary
responsibility is to communicate to all health team members through
written and/or verbal communication. Time Management Time
Management for a Surgical Technician includes completion of work
within the shift hours and the ability to coordinate multiple needs
of team members and physicians. Advocacy The Surgical Technician
acts as the patient/client advocate by notifying the RN/physician
of any patient concerns or issues regarding care. The Surgical
Technician demonstrates accountability for the patient’s right to
considerate, private and respectful care. QUALIFICATIONS: General
Requirements Satisfactory completion of formal surgical technology
training program. Current California certification Surgical
Technician Required. BLS Fire Card – within 30 days of hire
Physical Demand Analysis Physical Requirements : Ability to
negotiate physical environment with safety Ability to completely
lift up to 35 pounds Ability to lift patients (including with
assistance for more challenging patients). Visual Requirements:
Ability to translate and understand written communications and
negotiate physical environment with safety. Hearing Requirements:
Ability to understand and translate auditory communications with
safety Working Conditions : Office working conditions: Normal
Patient Care Areas: With safety precautions
Keywords: Mission Community Hospital, East Los Angeles , Surgical Tech, Healthcare , Panorama City, California
