Surgical Tech, Per Diem - Float TeamUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health • Los Angeles, California, United States

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Surgical Tech, Per Diem - Float Team

University of California - Los Angeles Health

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

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DescriptionUCLA Health will give you the opportunity to use your specialized abilities to help improve the lives of our patients, their families, and your fellow team members. As a Surgical Technician in our Operating Rooms, 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 of the Surgical Technician include: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.Perform hand and arm scrubs in accordance with departmental policies, donning sterile gown and gloves, and setting up instrumentation and equipment as per guidelines. Conduct surgical counts with the circulating nurse at designated intervals, assisting surgeons with gowning, gloving, and draping after skin preparation, and safely passing instruments, sponges, and sutures during proceduresMaintain the sterile field and ensuring team adherence to sterile techniques, verifying and preparing medications and solutions for use within the sterile field, and accurately tracking their usage. Proper handling and identification of specimens, providing safe and dignified patient care, assisting with dressings and casts, and careful management of instrumentation. After procedures, responsibilities extend to preparing instruments for cleaning and supporting operating room cleanup following Universal Precautions. 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.This position floats to various units within the UCLA Health system based on the patient census and the skills of the staff. Hospital locations include but are not limited to the following:Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical CenterUCLA Santa Monica Medical CenterUCLA West Valley Medical Center May convert to a career opportunity Salary Range: $47.43-$47.43 HourlyQualificationsWe're seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with:
Minimum 2
years of Surgical Technician experience, required
Ability to
scrub in multiple service lines, required
Graduate of Surgical Technician program, required
BLS from the
American Red Cross or American Heart Association, required
Surgical
Technician certification from the NBSTSA, preferred
Working
knowledge of universal precautions, aseptic technique, operating room
sanitation, and departmental policies and procedures.
Familiarity
with surgical procedures, anatomy, terminology, and age-specific physiological
and psychological patient needs.
Knowledge of
the use, function, and operation of surgical instruments, equipment, and
furniture.
Ability to
speak, read, and write proper English to convey information clearly, explain
procedures, and respond professionally via phone or in person.
Ability to
establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and persuade others to
follow established practices.
Willingness to
accept shift changes and respond to emergency calls or disaster situations as
departmental needs require.
Skill in
setting priorities, recognizing emergencies, and taking appropriate action
based on experience or direction.
Ability to
work independently, follow through on assignments, and perform repetitive tasks
with consistency and accuracy.
Physical
ability to lift heavy objects, push or pull carts, handle surgical equipment
safely, and stand for extended periods.
Willingness to
learn new procedures and enhance skills through training and professional
development opportunities.
Demonstrates
accuracy in task execution and adherence to safety protocols to ensure patient
and staff well-being

Los Angeles, California, United States

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