Principal Surgical Technician – CSC

About the role

Surgical technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients in a variety of settings. The surgical technologist works under medical supervision to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. This individual works under the supervision of a surgeon to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions appropriately, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Scrub Duties
• 15% - Cost Containment
• 15% - Circulating Support
• 5% - Leadership
• 5% - Personal/Professional Growth
• 5% - Communication

Requirements

• Two (2) years of scrub tech work experience working with pediatric patients in a Level 1 or Level 2 Trauma Main Operating Room
• Certification in Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Certification as a Tech in Surgery (TS-C) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• CPR certification must be obtained within 30 days of date of hire
• Successful completion of surgical technology training from an accredited program
• Laser Safety Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire
• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience and/or training
• Demonstrates all competencies required for the Level II surgical technologists
• Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice of patient care techniques
• Demonstrates superior knowledge of aseptic and surgical technique
• Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub
• Demonstrates superior knowledge related to OR emergency situations
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge in three or more pediatric surgical specialty areas and is regarded widely by staff to be a subject matter expert in these areas
• Demonstrates a professional attitude
• Demonstrates leadership abilities
• Expert knowledge and understanding of medical and surgical terminology
• Expert knowledge, skills and experience in assigned surgical specialty area and shift
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of AORN standards and recommended practices (Association of Operating Room Nurses)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of CORT guidelines (Certified Operating Room Technician)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of principles of and practices of asepsis/sterile techniques, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment usage and processing in assigned specialty
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of common major surgical procedures for major surgical services
• Advanced knowledge of emergent and routinely used equipment
• Advanced knowledge of handling delicate equipment and instruments
• Knowledge and understanding of Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) recommended practices
• Knowledge and understanding of department and hospital policy and procedures
• Knowledge of conducting Quality Assurance monitors pertinent to assigned area and practice
• Knowledge of handling infectious waste and hazardous substances (chemicals used for cleaning, sanitation, disinfection and sterilization)
• Ability to prioritize assigned duties
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication and relationships with coworkers
• Ability to cope during stressful situations and working in a highly paced environment including dealing with surgical emergencies
• Ability to set priorities, organize work independently and for others
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication and relationships with coworkers
• Ability to cope during stressful situations and working in a highly paced environment including dealing with surgical emergencies

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of scrub tech work experience working with pediatric patients in a Level 1 or Level 2 Trauma Main Operating Room
• Certification in Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Certification as a Tech in Surgery (TS-C) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• CPR certification must be obtained within 30 days of date of hire
• Successful completion of surgical technology training from an accredited program
• Laser Safety Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire
• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience and/or training
• Demonstrates all competencies required for the Level II surgical technologists
• Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice of patient care techniques
• Demonstrates superior knowledge of aseptic and surgical technique
• Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub
• Demonstrates superior knowledge related to OR emergency situations
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge in three or more pediatric surgical specialty areas and is regarded widely by staff to be a subject matter expert in these areas
• Demonstrates a professional attitude
• Demonstrates leadership abilities
• Expert knowledge and understanding of medical and surgical terminology
• Expert knowledge, skills and experience in assigned surgical specialty area and shift
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of AORN standards and recommended practices (Association of Operating Room Nurses)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of CORT guidelines (Certified Operating Room Technician)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of principles of and practices of asepsis/sterile techniques, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment usage and processing in assigned specialty
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of common major surgical procedures for major surgical services
• Advanced knowledge of emergent and routinely used equipment
• Advanced knowledge of handling delicate equipment and instruments
• Knowledge and understanding of Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) recommended practices
• Knowledge and understanding of department and hospital policy and procedures
• Knowledge of conducting Quality Assurance monitors pertinent to assigned area and practice
• Knowledge of handling infectious waste and hazardous substances (chemicals used for cleaning, sanitation, disinfection and sterilization)
• Ability to prioritize assigned duties
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication and relationships with coworkers
• Ability to cope during stressful situations and working in a highly paced environment including dealing with surgical emergencies
• Ability to set priorities, organize work independently and for others
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication and relationships with coworkers
• Ability to cope during stressful situations and working in a highly paced environment including dealing with surgical emergencies

Skills

• Expert knowledge and understanding of medical and surgical terminology
• Expert knowledge, skills and experience in assigned surgical specialty area and shift
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of AORN standards and recommended practices (Association of Operating Room Nurses)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of CORT guidelines (Certified Operating Room Technician)
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of principles of and practices of asepsis/sterile techniques, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment usage and processing in assigned specialty
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of common major surgical procedures for major surgical services
• Advanced knowledge of emergent and routinely used equipment
• Advanced knowledge of handling delicate equipment and instruments
• Knowledge and understanding of Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) recommended practices
• Knowledge and understanding of department and hospital policy and procedures
• Knowledge of conducting Quality Assurance monitors pertinent to assigned area and practice
• Knowledge of handling infectious waste and hazardous substances (chemicals used for cleaning, sanitation, disinfection and sterilization)

Benefits

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Pay

$90577.44 - $112501.44

Schedule

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