Sr. Surgical Tech- Shiley Outpatient Surgery Suite - 141296

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking a Sr. Surgical Tech for the Shiley Outpatient Surgery Suite in San Diego, CA. The role supports the OR team and participates in equipment verification and case coordination.

The ideal candidate has an Accredited Surgical Technologist program, BART/BLS, and at least one year of experience to ensure a safe, efficient surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• BART or BLS certification at hire with 6-month transition plan.
• At least 1 year of Surgical Technician experience.
• Knowledge of maintaining a therapeutic surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical teams in the OR with instrument handling.
• Verify specialty equipment and maintain inventory for complex cases.
• Coordinate with surgeons, buyers and vendors for equipment needs and service.

Skills

Surgical teamwork

Patient safety

Sterile technique

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

BART/BLS certification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Equipment verification

Job description

#141296 Sr. Surgical Tech- Shiley Outpatient Surgery Suite

Filing Deadline: Wed 9/30/2026

• Payroll Title: SURGICAL TCHN SR
• Department: Shiley Outpatient Surgery Suite
• Hiring Pay Scale: $40.63 - $53.60 / Hour
• Worksite: Shiley Eye Institute
• Appointment Type: Career
• Appointment Percent: 80%
• Union: EX Contract
• Total Openings: 1
• Work Schedule: Days, 10-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9-17-2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

As the only academic medical center in San Diego, UC San Diego Medical Center sets the standard for experienced professionals. Our OR environment is remarkable for many reasons – the support of friendly, trusted co-workers, and the challenges of a dynamic educational atmosphere where people with an insatiable appetite for knowledge thrive. Our OR teams are highly involved in making decisions and are both encouraged and supported by management. You can become a highly valued and validated contributor who can take the reins in any project and succeed.

UC San Diego Shiley Eye Institute is the only academic eye center in the region. We offer the most advanced treatments across all areas of eye care. Our clinicians, surgeons, scientists and staff are dedicated to providing excellent patient care to prevent, treat and cure eye diseases. Our research is at the forefront of developing new methods for diagnosis and treatments of eye diseases and disorders. In addition to educating the leaders of tomorrow, we are committed to serving the San Diego and global community.

In combination with a surgical nurse, the Surgical Technician performs a wide range of duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. The Senior Surgical Technician supports surgical areas within UC San Diego Health. Duties also 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/training to new staff. Performs other related tasks as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Accredited Surgical Technologist institution or specialized program.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• A minimum of one (1) year of Surgical Technician experience.
• Proven knowledge of maintaining a therapeutic environment for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation used in various surgical procedures.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties