Details
Posted: 23-Jul-22
Location: La Jolla, California
Salary: Open
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 06/29/2022 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 07/11/2022. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, the Sr. Surgical Technician performs in a fast paced, high risk Labor and Delivery Unit. Responsibilities include management of surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies. Maintaining sterile surgical techniques, and informal education of nursing and medical staff. Scrub for Obstetric surgeries and procedures. Stock LDR's and OR's with supplies and equipment. Transport labs to the laboratory, transport patients to other units, run errands within hospital as needed. Work within the Obstetrical Operating Rooms to ensure safety, efficiency, sterile processing, and infection control management. Assist with deliveries and instrumentation outside of operating rooms. Assist teams with equipment and supplies to support birthing patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Certificate from an accredited Surgical Technician institution; or evidence of completion of Surgical Tech training in a specialized program.
BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Two (2) years of Surgical Tech experience in a hospital setting.
Proven experience handling a variety of complex surgical cases.
Superb customer service, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Must be a team-player.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in OB/GYN or Women's Health.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).
- Two (2+) or more years of Surgical Technician in an operating room handling a variety of complex surgical cases.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.