Surgical Tech - Westwood Surgery Center
UCLA Health.com
74k - 98k USD/year
Office
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Full Time
General Information
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Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule TBA Posted Date 10/15/2025 Salary Range: $37.5 - 49.46 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration INDEFINITE Job # 27114Primary Duties And Responsibilities
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Join a skilled, collaborative surgical team that’s dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. As a Surgical Technologist, you’ll play a key role in creating a smooth, efficient, and supportive operating room environment.In This Role, You Will:
- Prepare surgical setups following department protocols and each surgeon’s preferences.
- Make sure the operating room is fully stocked and equipped with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment before each procedure.
- Maintain the highest standards of aseptic technique and infection control.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team—passing instruments, managing supplies, and ensuring everything runs seamlessly.
- Handle and label medications and specimens safely and accurately in compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Perform precise instrument, sponge, and needle counts to prevent retained foreign objects.
- Work closely with nurses and surgeons to promote patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Help with room turnover and cleaning between cases to keep workflows running smoothly.
- Stay up to date with surgical practices and emerging technologies through ongoing education and training.
- Salary Range: $37.50-$49.46
- Maintain the highest standards of aseptic technique and infection control.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team—passing instruments, managing supplies, and ensuring everything runs seamlessly.
- Handle and label medications and specimens safely and accurately in compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Perform precise instrument, sponge, and needle counts to prevent retained foreign objects.
- Work closely with nurses and surgeons to promote patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Help with room turnover and cleaning between cases to keep workflows running smoothly.
- Stay up to date with surgical practices and emerging technologies through ongoing education and training.
- Salary Range: $37.50-$49.46
Job Qualifications
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We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with:
- Certification: Surgical Technician certification from an accredited school or program, preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in an acute care facility with exposure to a wide range of surgical procedures, required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in handling surgical instruments and operating room equipment with precision and care.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move heavy objects, and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Professionalism: Commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.