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Surgical Tech - Westwood Surgery Center

UCLA Health.com

74k - 98k USD/year

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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 # 27114

Primary 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.

Surgical Tech - Westwood Surgery Center

Office

Site

Full Time

74k - 98k USD/year

October 16, 2025

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