Surgical Technician (Non-Certified)

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. in Temecula, CA is seeking a skilled Operating Room Technician to support surgical services across specialties. Responsibilities include anticipating surgeon needs, maintaining a sterile field, and preparing instruments for a wide range of procedures.

The ideal candidate has OR experience, completes accredited OR tech training, and holds a current BLS certification. Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year OR experience for Non-Certified Surg Tech
• Two years OR experience for Certified Surg Tech
• Current BLS (AHA) certification

Responsibilities

• Anticipates surgeon's needs regarding instrumentation, sutures, sponges and supplies.
• Sets up and maintains a sterile field prior to patient arrival.
• Assists with a wide range of procedures and prepares instrumentation per surgeon preference.

Skills

Surgical experience

BLS certification

Sterile technique

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ACCEPTED OR Technician program graduate

National Surgical Technician certification recommended/required

Tools

Surgical instrumentation knowledge

Sterile field setup

Job description

Responsibilities

The Operating Room Technician demonstrates knowledge of the step‑by‑step progress of specific surgical procedures for all surgical services. Anticipates surgeon's needs regarding instrumentation, sutures, sponges, supplies, etc. Displays dexterity in the use of the required instrumentation according to technique, procedure and special requirements. Demonstrates ability to function in intra‑operative situations requiring in‑depth technical expertise and knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Anticipates instrumentation/equipment for a wide range of simple and complex surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instrumentation, sutures, sponges, and supplies consistent with surgeon's preference. The surgical environment is set up and organized prior to the patient's arrival into the room. Knowledge of preparing and maintaining a sterile field. Knowledge of instrumentation and supplies necessary for specialty surgical procedures.

Qualifications

Non‑Certified Surg Tech

• Minimum of one (1) year recent operating room experience as a Surgical Tech. This year may include time spent as a student in an Acute Care setting, and/or time spent in an accredited Operating Room Technician program.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program
• National Surgical Technician certification recommended
• Current BLS (AHA) certification

Certified Surg Tech

• Two (2) years operating room experience in an acute care facility required
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Graduated from an accredited Operating Room Technician Program
• National Surgical Technician certification required
• Current BLS (AHA) certification

This Opportunity Offers

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.