Per Diem-Surgical Technician-Surgery-Fountain Valley-Variable

Surgical Tech

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County's only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region's only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

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. Participates on departmental committees.

What It Takes to be Successful Required Qualifications: Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Current American Heart Association BLS certification required. Minimum Experience: Six months acute care experience as an OR Tech (Surgical Technologist) or a graduate from an accredited OR Tech (Surgical Technologist) training program required. Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of University and Medical Center organizations, policies, procedures and forms

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Demands To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Mobility Walking - 28% of time Standing - 67% of time Sitting - 5% of time Agility Wrist Deviation (Side to Side) - Frequently Hand/Wrist Repetitions (Up and Down) - Frequently Reaching - Frequently Twisting - Frequently Bending - Frequently Squatting/Kneeling - Frequently Crawling/Climbing Frequently Strength Lifts and Carries up to 10 lbs Constantly Lifts and Carries 1124 lbs - Frequently Lifts and Carries 2534 lbs - Frequently Lifts and Carries 3550 lbs Occasionally Lifts and Carries over 50 lbs Occasionally Lifts Overhead up to 10 lbs Frequently Lifts Overhead 1124 lbs Occasionally Lifts Overhead 2534 lbs N/A Lifts Overhead 3550 lbs N/A Lifts Overhead over 50 lbs - N/A Pushing - 30 pounds - Frequently Dexterity Gross Motor, LightModerate Strength - Frequently Gross Motor, ModerateHeavy Strength - Occasionally Fine Motor, LightModerate Strength - Frequently Fine Motor, ModerateHeavy Strength - Occasionally Sensory Hearing - Occasionally Close Eye Work (Small Figures) - Frequently Minimal Color Discrimination - Frequently Normal Color Discrimination - Frequently Depth Perception, Distance Vision, and Ability to Focus - Frequently Working Conditions Temperature Greater than 95F N/A Step Stool Usage - Occasionally Ladder Usage - Occasionally Hydraulic Lift Usage - N/A Hazardous Exposure (Chemical, Latex, Infectious, etc.) - Frequently Non-Ionizing Radiation (Welding Flash, Microwaves, Sun, etc.) - Frequently Ionizing Radiation (X-ray, Radioactive Isotopes) - Frequently Noise (Loud/Repetitive, less than 85 dB per OSHA Standard) - Occasionally Driving - N/A Other - N/A Safety Equipment Personal Protective Equipment (Respiratory Mask) - Frequently

Total Rewards We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct* Legal Right to Work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment *Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: 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 currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page:

Closing Statement: 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 categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at View email address on click.appcast.io or at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization