

Surgical Tech - West Valley Main OR
UCLA Health Systems
Posted Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Posting ID: 24375
West Hills, CA
Description
Key Responsibilities:
Job Qualifications
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program or relevant experience - required
Certification as a Surgical Technologist - preferred
2 years hospital based experience - preferred
BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association - required
Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and medical terminology
Excellent teamwork, communication and organizational skills
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Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare operating rooms for surgery by setting up surgical instruments, sterile drapes and necessary supplies.
- Ensure all equipment is functional and properly sterilized before procedure.
- Assist the surgical team during operations, including passing instruments and maintaining a sterile field.
- Count sponges, needles and intruments before and after procedures to ensure accuracy.
- Handle specimens in an appropriate fashion.
- Help transfer patients to and from the operating room.
- Clean and restock the OR following surgeries.
- Comply with infection control and safety guidelines at all times.
Job Qualifications
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program or relevant experience - required
Certification as a Surgical Technologist - preferred
2 years hospital based experience - preferred
BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association - required
Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, and medical terminology
Excellent teamwork, communication and organizational skills
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.