Operating Room Technician

USPI • Thousand Oaks, CA

4d • $26 - $32

About The Position

Specialty Surgical Center of Westlake Village is hiring a PRN Operating Room Technician. The center has seven operating rooms and handles a growing volume of cases in orthopedics, pain management, oculoplastic surgery, and podiatry. It is a fast-paced, multispecialty surgery center focused on high-quality care and service for patients and their families.

The Operating Room Technician scrubs for surgical procedures and functions as a competent member of the surgical team. The technician maintains a sterile field and prepares the supplies, instruments, and equipment needed for procedures. The role supports the Surgery Center’s philosophy, objectives, and goals and participates in quality improvement activities. There is no call, weekend, or holiday work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; completion of a Surgical Technician Program and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as required by the state and/or center.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing patient conditions when needed.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with staff, engage with patients, and coordinate with physicians.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scrub for surgical procedures and function as a member of the surgical team.
• Maintain a sterile field during surgical procedures.
• Prepare supplies, instruments, and equipment related to procedures.
• Support the philosophy, objectives, and goals of the Surgery Center.
• Support and participate in quality improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, subject to employment status.
• Life and AD&D coverage, subject to employment status.
• Availability of short- and long-term disability, subject to employment status.
• Flexible financial benefits, including FSAs and HSAs, subject to employment status.
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning, subject to employment status.
• Paid holidays and vacation, subject to employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED