OR Equipment Specialist 1

UC Davis Medical Center; Sacramento (CA); Presencial; USD 68.000 - 84.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking an OR Equipment Specialist I to support perioperative care. You will maintain complex equipment, operate video endoscopy systems, and assist in high-acuity surgeries across multiple ORs.

Requires Surgical Technologist certification, BLS, Laser Safety and Robotic Surgery certifications within six months of hire, plus 3+ years in a Level 1/2 trauma OR. You will collaborate with surgeons, nurses and biomed staff.

Formación

• Current Surgical Technologist certification through a recognized governing body (e.g., NBSTSA/CST or equivalent).
• BLS certification or equivalent (AHA/Red Cross) required.
• Laser Safety Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Robotic Surgery Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent military training.
• 3+ years of recent OR technologist experience in a Level 1/2 trauma center.

Responsabilidades

• Core duties focused on assisting in routine and advanced adult/pediatric cases.
• Circulating support and equipment setup for OR procedures.
• Assist with cost containment and resource optimization.
• Perform scrub duties and provide leadership when needed.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses and IT/biomed teams.

Conocimientos

Surgical Technologist

Endoscopy systems

Robotic Surgery

Laser Safety

PACS & data sources

Communication

Educación

Surgical Technology program

Military training in Surgical Tech

Herramientas

Video endoscopy systems

Integrated OR tech

Descripción del empleo

UC Davis Medical Center

Sacramento, CA

OR Equipment Specialist 1

Salary or Pay Range: $49.03 - $60.99 Hourly

This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position. This position is responsible for assisting with patientcare in close working relationships with the surgical team.

Under supervision, the position provides technical support to the perioperative care of patients that includes, but is not limited to, quality control and maintenance of safe and functioning equipment and instrumentation, operation of video endoscopy systems, navigational image guided systems, microscopes, lasers, Integrated Operating Room Technology, and other complex medical devices and systems. The service areas include, but not limited to, the Pavilion O.R., Main Two O.R., Children’s Surgery Center, and Same Day Surgery Center. Incumbent also recommends cost reduction initiatives and assists in implementing efficiency improvement activities. Subject matter expert in the clinical setting for Integrated Surgical Suite/Integrated O.R. video routing and display. Comprehensive knowledge of control systems and all its functionality, including routing of endoscopes, microscopes, lights, cameras, C-arms, PACS, Vitals, Ultrasound and all other video and data sources.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Current Surgical Technologist certification through a recognized governing body (e.g., NBSTSA/CST or equivalent).
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR.
• Laser Safety Certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Robotic Surgery Certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent military training in Surgical Technology.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent experience as a Surgical Technologist in a Level 1 or Level 2 Trauma Center Main Operating Room, with demonstrated competence supporting high-acuity and complex surgical procedures.
• Proven ability to work with sophisticated surgical equipment, integrated OR systems, and evolving technologies, including troubleshooting and coordination with clinical and technical teams.
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex surgical procedures and advanced technical systems, including but not limited to; laser procedures, microscope-assisted surgery, endoscopic procedures and/or robotic-assisted. surgery.
• OR Equipment Specialist I is a developmental classification. Incumbents are expected to learn and perform the full scope of OR Equipment Specialist duties under training and supervision. While in the OR ES I level, the employee is not required to take independent on call assignments. Advancement to OR Equipment Specialist II occurs upon successful completion of training and demonstration of independent operational competency and readiness to function solo, including on call responsibilities.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge in preparation and hands on assisting physician in routine and advanced Adult/Pediatric cases.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Scope High Level Disinfection and Scope culturing.
• Demonstrates advance knowledge of OR Robotic Surgery.
• Demonstrate knowledge of different PPE requirements for different type of procedures/chemicals handling.
• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure with physician during emergent situations and offer ideas and possible solutions that can potentially bring positive outcome for the patient.
• Demonstrates responsible behavior as a health care professional.
• Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient-care concepts
• Demonstrate proper communications skills and ability to work with supervisor creating trainings on old/new equipment/instruments to keep physicians, fellows, registered nurses, technicians up to date on new equipment, and equipment competencies.
• Assist physicians with the use of procedural robotic equipment to include set-up, use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical assistance across a broad range of pediatric & adult endoscopic and interventional pulmonary procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Core Duties
• 15% - Circulating Support
• 10% - Cost Containment
• 5% - Scrub Duties
• 5% - Leadership
• 5% - Communication
• 5% - Personal/Professional Growth
• 5% - General Duties/Responsibilities

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements