• Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights
• Under the supervision of a registered nurse or, as appropriate, Surgical Technologist, participates as a team member to facilitate timely flow of surgical procedures
• Performs direct and indirect tasks for patients with pediatric and adult surgical and/or endoscopic procedures
• Assures patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques (Sterile Conscience)
• Performs preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative duties as well as OR instrument room service/duties
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards

Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health

• Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position
• Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience
• Minimum Experience: 18+ months in a related position
• Required Certification: Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST or CBSPD) or Certified Surgical Tech (CST or NCCT)

Required License: Not Applicable

• Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail)

Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job