PD Surgical Tech - Ambulatory Surgery - Day Shift


Updated: Jan 5, 2023
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Ambulatory Surgery



UC Title: SURGICAL TCHN PD

Position Number: 40876813

Reports to: Nurse Services Manager 2

Working Title: PD Surgical Tech

Cost Center: Ambulatory Surgery (427031)

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

FLSA: Nonexempt

Date Created: 2/04/2022

Job Code: 008932

Hours: 4

Shift: Days

FTE: 0.1

Position Summary:

The Sr. Surgical Tech utilizes advanced surgical techniques, working as part of the healthcare team to assist with direct patient care activities during medical procedures. Ensures the environment is safe, equipment is functioning properly and procedures are conducted in a way to maximize patient safety. Prepares and stocks the OR before and after surgery, by gathering and organizing clean and sterile supplies. Sets sterile instrument fields; maintains and monitors aseptic techniques. Assists with the orientation of new staff and participates on departmental committees.

Salary Range:

Hourly Rate Minimum $34.81 Midpoint $37.53 Maximum $40.24

Essential Job Functions:

The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.



%Effort



PNT_CARE Demonstrates advanced surgical techniques. Creates & maintains the sterile field, and initiates corrective action when breaks occur. Appropriately assisting with patient treatments, turning & positioning as needed. Ensures OR environment maintains patient privacy and body temp. Manages potential for discomfort or injury; recognizes critical deviations in patient condition and takes appropriate action including intervening in situations where basic life support systems are threatened

50%

PNT_CARE Effectively utilizes surgical preference cards, making & communicating changes as appropriate. Appropriately assembles/handles tray preparation & instruments, and anticipates the need for instruments, equipment & supplies, ensuring their timely availability

20%

PNT_CARE Ensures proper functioning, care, and use of clinical equipment & supplies. Performs quality checks and troubleshooting, and understand relationships between various equipment and the age related needs. Performs high level disinfection/sterilization. Orients & trains others on the appropriate instrument/equipment use

20%

PNT_CARE Under the supervision of a licensed care provider, mixes & labels irrigation solutions. Disposes of all waste, sharps & specimens appropriately. Demonstrates basic understanding of anesthetic drugs and monitoring

10%

Total Effort

100.00%

Core Organizational Functions:

ACCOUNTABILITY: Responsible for the achievements and success of UC Irvine Health. Follows through and meets commitments; accountable for own actions and supportive of colleagues; presents self in appearance and actions in a manner that conveys professionalism and pride in area of responsibility; projects a positive presence and ensures that work related or personal frustrations are kept separate from patient care and professional activities; takes responsibility for problems and solutions; follows existing policies and procedures.

RESPECT: Foster an environment of mutual respect and trust among ourselves and with all whom we serve. Is always compassionate and empathetic for both patients and team members; makes eye contact, smiles and or greets every individual using the individual's name, if known; treats all guests and co-workers with the utmost respect, dignity, courtesy and respects their confidentiality; arrives to meetings on time; keeps personal conversations with other employees offstage, out of earshot of patients and visitors.

INTEGRITY: Tells the truth and strives to earn the trust of those around us. Takes pride in their work, being honest and accountable in their words and actions; meets or exceeds department defined service expectations; makes the right decision in the best interest of UC Irvine Health.

INNOVATION: Seeks ideas and approaches that can change the way the world discovers, teaches and heals. Approaches work creatively and continuously looks for new and flexible ways to solve problems; encourages and implements ideas to improve safety, customer service and operational performance; works to create efficient and effective systems so that time is not spent repeating and fixing problems; initiates and supports change.

SERVICE: Collaborates to effectively and compassionately serve our patients, each other and the community. Anticipates customer's needs; maintains a calm, quiet, healing environment; accepts assignments graciously and carries out duties with pride; recognizes that every individual has an area of expertise and his/her contribution is valuable; keeps patients, families, customers and team members informed about time, thanks the person for waiting, and apologizes for delays.

EXCELLENCE: Committed to achieving the highest level of excellence in patient care, discovery and education. Demonstrates pride; practices humility; embraces greatness; encourages and praises others for work well done; learns to grow developing self and others personally and professionally; is accurate and strives for excellence; creates a positive and productive work climate.

Required Qualifications:

Successful completion of an accredited course in surgical technology

Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, and understanding of medical terminology

Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Two years of demonstrated surgical technologist experience in multiple specialties in an acute care facility

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support(Required)

Scrub Technician Certification(Preferred)

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
  
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
  
• Vaccination Policies
  
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
  
• Drug Free Environment
  

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
  

• E-Verify
  
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
  

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.



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