UC San Diego Health
Surgical Technician - MOP136061
UC San Diego Health, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
Under the direction of surgical charge nurse, performs less complicated surgical technician duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. This position is assigned surgical technician support to surgical areas within UC San Diego Health. Duties also include ordering, stocking, and verification of specialty equipment, supplies, and tracking inventory (type, quantity and expiration dates), contacting surgeons concerning equipment and supply needs for complex cases, communicating with related buyers and vendors and other staff concerning their service, contacting surgical supply companies and their vendors about malfunctioning or broken equipment, and providing continuing education in-service to staff. Management and processing of hazardous materials, disposable and non-disposable equipment and instruments per protocol and regulations. Performs other related tasks as needed. Responsibilities
Order, stock, and verify specialty equipment and supplies; track inventory, quantities, and expiration dates. Communicate with surgeons, buyers, vendors, and staff regarding equipment and supply needs. Contact surgical supply companies about malfunctioning or broken equipment; coordinate service needs. Provide continuing education in-service to staff. Manage hazardous materials and instruments per protocol and regulations; assist in surgical areas as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Completion of accredited Surgical Technologist training/institution or equivalent. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months of hire date. Prior Surgical Technician experience. Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation used in various surgical procedures. Excellent communication skills, patient experience, and positive attitude. Preferred Qualifications
One year of Surgical Technician experience in vascular & endovascular surgery cases. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR completion of a Medical Assistant training program. Lean Six Sigma and/or project management experience. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs; overtime may be required. Pay and Benefits
Pay Transparency Act: Annual Full Pay Range: $69,447 - $86,381 (prorated if appointment percentage
Hire range reflects budgeted salary or hourly range; final compensation may vary based on experience, licensure, and organizational needs. About UC San Diego Health
UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. We operate multiple facilities and offer a range of clinical programs including cancer care and surgical services. Equal Opportunity and Compliance
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For more information, please visit UCOP Anti-Discrimination policies and related resources. UC San Diego Health maintains a smoke-free and drug-free environment where applicable. Vaccination and other health directives may be required.
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Under the direction of surgical charge nurse, performs less complicated surgical technician duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. This position is assigned surgical technician support to surgical areas within UC San Diego Health. Duties also include ordering, stocking, and verification of specialty equipment, supplies, and tracking inventory (type, quantity and expiration dates), contacting surgeons concerning equipment and supply needs for complex cases, communicating with related buyers and vendors and other staff concerning their service, contacting surgical supply companies and their vendors about malfunctioning or broken equipment, and providing continuing education in-service to staff. Management and processing of hazardous materials, disposable and non-disposable equipment and instruments per protocol and regulations. Performs other related tasks as needed. Responsibilities
Order, stock, and verify specialty equipment and supplies; track inventory, quantities, and expiration dates. Communicate with surgeons, buyers, vendors, and staff regarding equipment and supply needs. Contact surgical supply companies about malfunctioning or broken equipment; coordinate service needs. Provide continuing education in-service to staff. Manage hazardous materials and instruments per protocol and regulations; assist in surgical areas as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Completion of accredited Surgical Technologist training/institution or equivalent. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months of hire date. Prior Surgical Technician experience. Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation used in various surgical procedures. Excellent communication skills, patient experience, and positive attitude. Preferred Qualifications
One year of Surgical Technician experience in vascular & endovascular surgery cases. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR completion of a Medical Assistant training program. Lean Six Sigma and/or project management experience. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs; overtime may be required. Pay and Benefits
Pay Transparency Act: Annual Full Pay Range: $69,447 - $86,381 (prorated if appointment percentage
Hire range reflects budgeted salary or hourly range; final compensation may vary based on experience, licensure, and organizational needs. About UC San Diego Health
UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. We operate multiple facilities and offer a range of clinical programs including cancer care and surgical services. Equal Opportunity and Compliance
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For more information, please visit UCOP Anti-Discrimination policies and related resources. UC San Diego Health maintains a smoke-free and drug-free environment where applicable. Vaccination and other health directives may be required.
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