Scope Technician - Head & Neck Surgery - 141937

Scope Technician - Head & Neck Surgery

Payroll Title: HOSP LAB TCHN 1 Department: OPC HEAD & NECK SURGERY Hiring Pay Scale $32.45 - $40.32 / Hour Worksite: Hillcrest Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 80% Union: EX

Filing Deadline: Thu 11/12/2026

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Description

Under supervision, the incumbent is responsible for oversight of activities and competencies related to sterile processing, purchasing, inventory and equipment management, including oversight and coordination of competency and quality assurance.

Duties include setting up and assisting physician/nurse in all procedures (including cystoscopies and less advance procedures) that is within the scope of practice, maintaining equipment and ensuring appropriate scope washing/maintenance compliance, coordination of internal and external supply orders, restocking and maintaining inventory, providing training relating to sterile processing procedures and processes, investigating and collaborating with vendors and Facilities Engineering on equipment repair issues, service delivery, and technical problems, assisting with administrative and clinical tasks in the department including EPIC front desk functions and rooming/discharging patients to maintain clinic flow. Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Current experience in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery required.
• Demonstrated recent experience in Scope and Instrument processing.
• Possess the Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working as Medical Assistant
• Certification of completion of a medical assistant training program.
• Previous experience working in Surgery, Urology, ENT or similar specialty.
• Demonstrated LEAN training.
• Sterilization/instrument processing.

Special Conditions

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Ability to float to all clinics with high level of efficiency and flexibility.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Annual Full Pay Range: $67,756 - $84,188 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $32.45 - $40.32

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law.