Orthopedic Surgical Lab Technician — Training Support

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health is seeking personnel for the Surgical Training Facility at the Orthopedic Trauma Institute to support orthopedic training workshops. Responsibilities include lab prep, cadaver handling, sterile setup, and assisting during sessions with fluoroscopy and arthroscopy equipment.

Ideal candidates have high school graduation or college coursework in sciences, plus experience in a lab or medical setting. Strong customer service and teamwork are valued in a busy academic lab environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with laboratory exposure.
• Preferred familiarity with anatomy and surgical instruments.
• Experience with lab prep, cadaver handling, and sterile technique is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare labs for surgical training sessions.
• Handle and position cadaveric specimens and set up draping and instrumentation.
• Provide technical support during training, including use of lab audio-visual systems.
• Operate fluoroscopy and arthroscopy machines during sessions.
• Maintain cleanliness and restock supplies in the lab.

Skills

Anatomical knowledge

Customer service

Anatomy training

Surgical instrumentation knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college in sciences

Tools

Fluoroscopy operation

Arthroscopy equipment operation

Job description

UCSF Health is seeking personnel for the Surgical Training Facility at the Orthopedic Trauma Institute to support orthopedic training workshops. Responsibilities include lab prep, cadaver handling, sterile setup, and assisting during sessions with fluoroscopy and arthroscopy equipment.

Ideal candidates have high school graduation or college coursework in sciences, plus experience in a lab or medical setting. Strong customer service and teamwork are valued in a busy academic lab environment.