Surgical Technician I - Surgery - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Overview Under direct supervision and general guidance of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical TechI applies, demonstrates, and possesses basic knowledge, competencies, and skills of surgical and aseptic techniques and practices; assists the surgical team and performs a variety of tasks in an operating room; prepares and sterilizes surgical equipment and instruments; and is responsible for the care and safety of patients who come under his/her care. The Surgical TechI is generally assigned basic surgical/operative procedures and is expected to gain the skills and abilities to independently scrub in all surgical/operative procedures. Responsibilities Performs operative room scrub responsibilities in all surgical/operative procedures. Adheres to all safety standards and policies (such as surgical, specimen collection, sterile processing, Title22, JCAHO) as they relate while performing all responsibilities. Applies principles of aseptic technique and initiates prompt corrective action when breaks in aseptic technique occur. Remains attentive throughout the operative procedure, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and responds appropriately during emergency intraoperative crises. Maintains ongoing communication with the circulating nurse and other members of the surgical team regarding changes in patient status or the progress of surgery. Arranges and inventories sterile set‑up for operation. Facilitates the smooth flow of the surgical intervention (i.e., prepares for the procedure with updated preference cards, knowledge of instruments and equipment). Performs scrub role (such as anticipating surgical team’s needs, passing of instruments, cutting sutures, etc.) according to standards. Prepares, cleans, and maintains instruments, equipment, and all surgical related items in accordance with established guidelines. Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens. Prepares operating room (OR) by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case/operative procedure. Performs the preceptor role in the training of students. Participates in decision‑marking activities related to evaluating and acquiring surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies. Recommends, implements, and participates in process improvement projects on an ongoing basis. May assist in performing circulating skills and tasks. Performs all duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School or equivalent. Specialized/technical training: CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technician Program. One-year experience as a Surgical Technician or as a Surgical Technician intern. Paid Surgical Technician intern experience completed at Keck Medicine of USC. Active practice as a Surgical Technician within the six (6) months prior to application. Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with physicians, staff, and patients. Preferred Qualifications None explicitly stated. Licenses & Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association. Fire Life Safety Training (LA City). If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained through renewal before expiration. Compensation Hourly rate: $34.40 – $55.08. Equal Opportunity & Legal Compliance USC 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, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy AppendixD for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Southern California