Travel Surgical Technologist
Palo Alto, CA
TNAA TotalMed Allied
4x10 hrs, Rotating

We're looking for OR/Surgical Technicians for an immediate travel tech opening in Palo Alto, CA. The right OR Tech should have 2 years' recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.

As a Travel OR Tech, you will assist the surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying sterile set-up for operations and passing items to doctors and nurses as needed.

The OR/Surgical Technician is responsible for demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide assistance during surgical procedures performed in the department. The Travel OR Tech is experienced in all aspects of aseptic technique: setting up the required equipment and sterile supplies as needed for their assigned cases, pulling cases as needed, and breaking down cases at the end of the procedure. He/she is knowledgeable regarding instrumentation, equipment and supply needs for all types of surgical procedures. The OR Tech performs delegated duties consistent with his/her scope of practice and functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery.

As an OR/Surgical Technician you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Assist with moving and positioning of patient.
• Clean and bandage wounds.
• Confirm procedure with patient.
• Maintain supplies and medical equipment.
• Meets technical skills as outlined in checklist.

Requirements*: CST, NBSTSA, BLS, 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.