Surgical Technologist - SSRS Seasonal

This is a full time, limited-tenure position for 13 or 26 weeks. The pay is $38.76/hour with a $5000 Bonus after 13 weeks and $5000 bonus after 26 weeks.

Travel Requirements: Will be assigned to one of the five (5) Scripps Health hospital campuses: Encinitas, La Jolla, San Diego, Torrey Pines, and Chula Vista.

Join the Scripps Health team, work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Your efforts will be appreciated while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Our Scripps System-wide Resource Services (SSRS) department supports the entire Scripps Health system. As a member of the Seasonal team, you can fill vital roles on a contract basis (13 or 26 weeks) to provide critical coverage for peak seasonal demands while gaining experience in a variety of environments.

Join our Scripps SSRS team as a Surgical Tech where you will provide direct patient care within the scope of your practice. This includes the following: ensures operating rooms are ready for surgery, including all case-specific supplies and equipment are sterile and ready for use. Monitors sterile field throughout procedure. Scrubs for cases, anticipates the needs of the physician and operating team. Takes initiative to utilize appropriate support services to resolve issues. Positions and transports patients. Organizes room cleanup and ensures efficient room turnover, including decontaminating equipment as necessary. Coordinates outside vendors and trains others that work in the operating room as needed. Other duties as assigned to ensure smooth operations in surgical services.

The type of opportunity available:

SYSTEM WIDE SEASONAL TEAM - Full Time, Limited tenure Scripps employee who supports assignments of 13 or 26 weeks.

Seeking full-time limited tenure staff on days or nights, dependent on the needs.

Required:

• One (1) year of recent experience as a Surgical Technologist and completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist training program.
• Current American Heart Association BLS required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to multi-task and work well in a team environment.
• Detail oriented and able work well in a fast-paced, high stress environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Certification preferred.