Surgical Tech - Westwood Surgery Center

General Information

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Work Location: Los Angeles, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday - Friday 0645 - 1715 Variable day off Posted Date 06/02/2025 Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration INDEFINITE Job # 24708

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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At UCLA Health, every team member plays a vital role in our commitment to delivering world-class care. As a Surgical Technician in our Operating Room, 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:

• 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.
  
• Implement and adhere to aseptic techniques, including practices to prevent retained foreign objects and ensure safe medication labeling and handling.
  
• Handle specimens safely and in accordance with established protocols.
  
• 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.
  

Job Qualifications

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We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with: 

• Must have surgical technician certification from an accredited school or program, required.
  
• At least one year of experience in an acute care facility with experience in all surgical procedures, required.
  
• bility to move heavy objects, apply aseptic technique to use a variety of operating instruments and equipment.
  
• Ability to handle equipment carefully and safely, and stand for a long period of time.
  
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
  

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are curre