Surgical Tech - Westwood Surgery Center

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

At UCLA Health, every team member plays a vital role in our commitment to delivering world-class care. As a Surgical Technician in our Operating Room, you'll be at the forefront of life-saving procedures, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and surgical excellence. Join us and be part of a team that’s transforming healthcare and making a tangible impact on lives every day.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up surgical instrumentation and equipment according to department standards and surgeon preference cards.
• Maintain a sterile field and ensure all surgical instruments and supplies are ready and functioning properly.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team during procedures, providing instruments and supplies promptly.
• Implement and adhere to aseptic techniques, including practices to prevent retained foreign objects and ensure safe medication labeling and handling.
• Handle specimens safely and in accordance with established protocols.
• Participate in ongoing training and education to stay current with best practices and technological advancements.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Salary Range
: $37.5 - 49.46 Hourly

We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with:

• Working knowledge of use, function, and operation of operating room equipment, instrumentation, and furniture
• Working knowledge of operating room sanitation
• Working knowledge of aseptic technique
• Working knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, and terminology
• Ability to communicate with other staff to obtain and provide information
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers and other co-workers
• Ability to accept shift changes to meet the department’s needs.
• Skill in setting priorities, recognizing emergencies and taking appropriate action based on experiences or according to instruction from the nurse in charge.
• Skill in performing independently and following through on assignment with minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability in performing repetitive work according to set procedures, sequence, and pace.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls, in case of a disaster, and to follow instructions.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, push or pull heavy carts, handle surgical equipment carefully and safely, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to learn new procedures and improve existing skills by participating in various types of training courses.
• BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Salary Range: $37.50- $49.46