Sr. Surgical Tech-Outpatient Surgery Center (OSC) - 140065

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 79,991 - 99,451; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefits package

Job summary

The University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Senior Surgical Technician to join their dynamic perioperative services team. This role involves supporting Same Day Surgery operating rooms and main operating rooms. You will work closely with surgical nurses and participate in evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as necessary. Candidates should possess at least one year of experience and completion of a specialized Surgical Technologist program.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $79,991 – $99,451 annually and excellent benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• At least one year of Surgical Technician experience.
• BART or BLS certification.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical nurse with various duties during surgeries.
• Verify specialty equipment and inventory.
• Communicate with vendors and staff about surgical supplies.

Skills

Surgical Technician experience

Knowledge of surgical instrumentation

Ability to maintain therapeutic environment

Education

Completion of accredited Surgical Technologist program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job description

Job Overview

As one of the only academic medical centers in San Diego, UC San Diego Medical Center's perioperative services team offers a dynamic educational environment that supports friendly, trusted co-workers and encourages high involvement in decision-making. The Surgical Technician works in partnership with a surgical nurse to support Same Day Surgery operating rooms, main operating rooms, night call, weekends and holidays.

This position is eligible for our outstanding benefits package from day one of employment. The Senior Surgical Technician will work 12-hour daytime shifts and may be required to provide coverage on evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

In combination with a surgical nurse, the Surgical Technician performs a wide range of duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. Duties include verification of specialty equipment and inventory, 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 education and training to new staff. The technician will support the surgical team in Same Day Surgery operating rooms and the main operating room and will participate in night call and other coverage as required. The position may float to the Main OR and take call as needed. Other related tasks will be performed as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist institution or specialized program.
• BART or BLS at the time of hire, with a commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• At least one (1) year of Surgical Technician experience.
• Proven knowledge of maintaining a therapeutic environment for patients undergoing surgical procedures and demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation used in various procedures.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).
• Two (2) years of Surgical Technician scrub experience, including robot, sports medicine, urology, total joints, and complex gynecological procedures.
• Outpatient experience.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must float to Main OR and take call as needed.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre–employment physical.

Pay

Annual Full Pay Range: $79,991 – $99,451 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%).

Hourly Equivalent: $38.31 – $47.63.

The factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).