"Surgical Technician/Senior Surgical Tech- Operating Room- F/T, Days"

Position Summary: The Surgical Tech is responsible for assisting with direct patient care activities in the Operating Room. Prepares and stocks the OR before and after surgery, gathers 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.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited course in surgical technology
• Completion of clinical training in an acute care perioperative setting, preferably in an academic medical center
• Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, and understanding of medical terminology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a national Scrub Technician certification

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support

Education: Not specified in detail.

UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in Orange, Calif., and more. It serves a region of nearly 4 million people.

Total Compensation: We offer benefits such as medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to discounts. For more information, visit compensation practices and benefits.