Job ID
71362
Location
Sacramento
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Job Summary
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. A surgical technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
The Principal Surgical Technician is an advanced Subject Matter Expert in ENT and the specific instruments, equipment, lasers, hardware and disposables used in this complex surgical specialty. This employee is recognized within the department as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this service.
The PST must function at the "advanced level" in a large variety of urgent and emergent procedures and must be able to make complex decisions, often with little time and incomplete information. The Principal Technician has an integrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology, ENT surgical procedures, and physician practices and advances in technology relating to ENT surgery. The technician must demonstrate an understanding of the steps needed to provide the necessary optimal intervention for each patient and assists to provide the necessary resources in a manner that minimizes and/or eliminates delays.
The experienced PST in this advanced position understands the steps taken to provide the necessary intervention for each patient staying ahead of the needs of the surgeon and providing necessary resources in a manner that minimizes and/or eliminates errors and delays. As an expert across all parts of the Surgical Technician scope of responsibility, the Principal Surgical Technician acts as an educator across specialties and professions in their area of expertise, including training less advanced technicians and Nurses.
This position is responsible for assisting with patient care in close working relationships with the surgical team. The role primarily provides technical support for patients undergoing urgent and emergent surgical interventions.
Minimum Qualifications
- 2 years of scrub tech work experience 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).
- Principal Surgical Technologist: Level III (specialists) The standard for the Level III surgical technologists were developed by the Association of Surgical Technologists to offer guidance to surgical technologists functioning as an advanced first scrub practitioner in more than three specialty areas and has superior knowledge in one or two surgical specialties.
Key Responsibilities
- 50% - Scrub Duties
- 15% - Cost Containment
- 15% - Circulating Support
- 10% - Leadership
- 5% - Personal/Professional Growth
- 5% - Communication
Department Overview
The department delivers patient care through provision and management of capital, supplies, instrumentation, and technological support as well as human resources in collaboration with medical and para-medical staff to effectively manage patients undergoing elective, urgent, and emergent surgical intervention.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $41.31 - $51.31
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 125
- UC Job Title: SURGICAL TCHN PRN
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift Hours: Variable, Days, 0630-1500
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) - Sacramento, CA
- Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
- This is not an H-1b visa opportunity.
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.
Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
- Meets on-call commitments
- Sitting/standing for prolonged periods, in a close environment with others, with frequently bending, stooping, walking, climbing (ladder, steps) and reaching (including overhead).
- Physically able to lift at least 25 pounds.
- Physically ability to exert push/pull force up to 100lbs.
- Physical strength to assist in moving, transferring, and/or lifting patients and surgery equipment.
- May be in close proximity to chemicals, fumes, heat, noise, cold, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
- Must see well enough to read charts & instructions.
- Must have the ability and fine motor dexterity to operate equipment, computers, keyboard, and mouse.
- Proficient in using standard business software including email and common word processing applications.
- Demonstrate error-free prose that conveys meaning to readers with clarity and fluency. Write text that effectively communicates ideas, facts, and/or information to an audience appropriate for the assignment. Apply the conventions of standard written English.
- Hear and speak well enough to communicate with others directly and over the phone.
- Must be able to work with adaptability, flexibility & maintain composure during stressful and/or adverse conditions.
Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s).
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Anti-Discrimination Policy, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
