Operating Room Surgical Tech: Precise, Team‑Focused OR Support

UC Irvine; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Orange, California, is seeking a Surgical Tech to support operating room activities and patient care. The role requires preparing the OR, stocking supplies, maintaining aseptic technique, and assisting with staff onboarding.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, current BLS certification, and at least six months of acute care experience as an OR Tech or graduate from an accredited program. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Minimum Experience: Six months acute care experience as an OR Tech (Surgical Technologist) or a graduate from an accredited OR Tech (Surgical Technologist) training program required.

Responsibilities

• The Surgical Tech is responsible for assisting with direct patient care activities in the Operating Room.
• Prepares and stocks the OR before and after surgery.
• Gathers clean and sterile supplies.
• Sets sterile instrument fields.
• Maintains and monitors aseptic techniques.
• Assists with the orientation of new staff.
• Participates on departmental committees.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

UCI Health in Orange, California, is seeking a Surgical Tech to support operating room activities and patient care. The role requires preparing the OR, stocking supplies, maintaining aseptic technique, and assisting with staff onboarding.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, current BLS certification, and at least six months of acute care experience as an OR Tech or graduate from an accredited program. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.