• Principal Surgical Technician - OR - Westwood…

    UCLA Health (Los Angeles, CA)


    Description

    The Principal Surgical Technician facilitates services' operative schedule (elective, add-on, and emergency); acts as a liaison between room staff, instrument room managers, instrument room staff, and the Charge Nurse; facilitates care and processing of surgical instruments; supports department efficiency initiatives; functions in the Certified Surgical Technician role as needed.

     

    Salary range: $45.19- $59.62

    Qualifications

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

    * Minimum 5 years acute hospital (Operating Room) or equivalent surgical experience required.

    * CST required.

    * BLS required.

    * Working knowledge of the use, function and operation of all operating room equipment.

    * Working knowledge of aseptic technique.

    * Working knowledge of surgical procedures including anatomy and correct terminology.

    * Ability to provide information, explain policies and procedures to team members.

    * Ability to set priorities, recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action under the direction of the nurse in charge.

     

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