Surgical Tech - Per Diem - East Campus OR
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
Under direction of surgical nurse, performs less complicated surgical technician duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. This position is assigned surgical technician support to surgical areas within UC San Diego Health. Duties also include verification of specialty equipment and inventory, contacting surgeons concerning equipment and supply needs for complex cases, communicating with related buyers and vendors and other staff concerning their service, contacting surgical supply companies and their vendors about malfunctioning or broken equipment, and providing continuing education in-service to staff. Performs other related tasks as required.
Qualifications
Prior Surgical Technician experience working in an inpatient main operating room. Completion of surgical training from an accredited institution or specialized program. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within (6) six months of hire date. 4 years’ experience in the Operating room. Robotic, Neuro, ortho experience. Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation used in various surgical procedures.