Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech)

Why work for us? Balboa Nephrology is the largest kidney care practice in California and participates in a national Medicare program focused on value-based care. Through our joint venture with Evergreen Nephrology we are a growing organization with opportunities for professional and personal growth. We will help you grow in your leadership experiences while learning the new value-based care world. Bring your disciplined leadership style and apply it to our company. Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental & vision first of the following month after hire. Employer contribution of up to 10% of annual pay for your 401K. Generous paid time off plus 8 paid holidays, a birthday float day off and a mental health day! Company paid life insurance. Join a fast-growing field - employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 32 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Our Values: Patient-centered I Accountability I Respect I Innovation I Data-Driven Our Mission: to consistently deliver superior care - Balboa Care - to every patient with kidney disease. About the Position This Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech) assists the clinical team with interventional procedures, maintaining a sterile field and providing support during pre- and post-procedure activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities In this position, you will be responsible for the following duties (among others) Assist clinical team with patient and procedure room preparation and post-procedure clean-up Prepare patients for procedures including but not limited to positioning patients on the procedure room table Gather, arrange, prepare instruments before procedures Remove all instruments, utensils, gloves, linens, and equipment used during the procedure Assist in interventional procedures by scrubbing-in for procedures Maintain sterile field during procedures and notify Interventionalist of any break in sterile procedure which may compromise the procedure or patient safety Pass the Surgeon instruments and sterile supplies throughout the procedure Transport patients to and from the procedure room Ensure procedures rooms are clean and stocked for future procedures. Other duties required to adequately fulfill the duties of your position include Work overtime with little or no notice as needed Attend team meetings, phone conferences, and training as needed Know, understand, and follow company guidelines, policies and procedures policies Know, understand, and comply with all clinical and business policies and procedures Other duties and tasks as assigned Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer applications Proficiency in electronic medical records system Preferred Qualifications 1 year experience assisting in operating room or Ambulatory Surgical Center Two-year associate degree from college accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) NCT or AST certification or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) designation Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Experience using EPIC electronic medical record system Required Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Must have ability to work independently and effectively Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Other Considerations Background check required Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory duties - none Pay Rate: $20.00/hour and up, depending on experience Language Skills While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, read, write, type and respond in English and understand clinical/medical vocabulary written and spoken. Vision Requirements Vision requirements include close vision, ability to adjust focus, and see color. Physical Demands Physical requirements may vary slightly and should be reviewed with your manger. In general, this position requires the ability to lift up to 35 pounds unassisted; ability to stand for extended periods of time and to perform repetitive stooping, walking, stretching, reaching and some sitting; ability to use full range of body motions required to lift patients, wear a lead apron, and lift and move supplies. Work Environment Job required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues or potential spills or splashes. Use of appropriate personal protection measures is required for every healthcare provider in these positions. Require to routinely use standard office equipment such as laptop, computer, mouse, and photocopier. About Balboa United Beginning in 1973, Balboa has grown from two physicians to a comprehensive nephrology team of 52 board certified physicians and 8 advanced practitioners. On January 1, 2018, Balboa Nephrology Medical Group (BNMG) launched Balboa United, a full-service medical practice management services organization. From one small office, BNMG now has 24 clinical offices throughout San Diego, Imperial, Orange and Riverside counties. In addition to office and hospital-based patient care, Balboa physicians manage the dialysis treatments of approximately 4,500 patients at 88 dialysis centers and conduct Nephrology based clinical research at 6 centers throughout Imperial and San Diego counties (California Institute of Renal Research). *EEO Statement Balboa United is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. Our Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion (including religious dress & grooming), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, registered domestic partner status, military status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also prohibit unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Balboa United, including managers and co-workers. If you believe you have been subjected to any form of unlawful discrimination, submit a written complaint to your manager or Human Resources (HR). Your complaint should be specific and should include the names of the individuals involved and the names of any witnesses. If you need assistance with your complaint, or if you prefer to make a complaint in person, contact the Company's Human Resources Department. We will immediately undertake an effective, thorough, and objective investigation and attempt to resolve the situation.

Created: 2024-11-02