Sr Surgical Tech/Surgical Tech - Operating Room - FT Days

University of California, Irvine•Orange, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education. Position Summary: The Sr. Surgical Tech utilizes advanced surgical techniques, working as part of the healthcare team to assist with direct patient care activities during medical procedures. Ensures the environment is safe, equipment is functioning properly and procedures are conducted in a way to maximize patient safety. Prepares and stocks the OR before and after surgery, by gathering and organizing clean and sterile supplies. Sets sterile instrument fields; maintains and monitors aseptic techniques. Assists with the orientation of new staff and participates on departmental committees. Required to float between the Orange and Irvine locations as needed. Applicants with less that two years of experience may be considered as a Surgical Tech (8931) with a pay range of $33.95-$42.19.

Requirements

Two years of demonstrated surgical technologist experience in multiple specialties in an acute care facility
Successful completion of an accredited course in surgical technology
BLS Required
Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, and understanding of medical terminology
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Scrub Technician Certification

Responsibilities

Utilizes advanced surgical techniques, working as part of the healthcare team to assist with direct patient care activities during medical procedures.
Ensures the environment is safe, equipment is functioning properly and procedures are conducted in a way to maximize patient safety.
Prepares and stocks the OR before and after surgery, by gathering and organizing clean and sterile supplies.
Sets sterile instrument fields; maintains and monitors aseptic techniques.
Assists with the orientation of new staff and participates on departmental committees.
Required to float between the Orange and Irvine locations as needed.