Lead Principal Surgical Technologist - 134230

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers
United States, California, San Diego
Feb 16, 2025
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 02-19-25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 03-03-25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Current UC San Diego Health employees who apply by 2-24-2025 will have priority consideration for this position. Recruiters will refer qualified internal candidates after the first 7 days of the job posting. All qualified external applicants and additional internal applicants who apply after the priority date may have further consideration pending the results of the initial review. DESCRIPTION Under direction, the Lead Principal Surgical Technologist performs advanced/lead-level surgical technologist duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. In addition to performing the responsibilities of the Sr Surgical Tech, the incumbent serves in a lead/subject matter expert capacity, providing support to designated specialty surgical areas within Perioperative Services. In collaboration with the Nursing Service Line Coordinator, duties include verification of specialty equipment and inventory, contacting surgeons concerning equipment and supply needs for complex cases, communicating with related buyers, vendors, and other staff concerning their service, contacting surgical supply companies and their vendors about malfunctioning or broken equipment, and providing continuing education in-service to staff. Assists the unit leadership with service-related activities and identifies opportunities to streamline the operations relative to the surgical tech role. The Lead Principal Surgical Technologist functions as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to new staff and other scrub personnel. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician training program. BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date. Three (3) years of Surgical Tech experience in an Acute/Perioperative Services/Hospital setting. Demonstrated expertise in one complex surgical specialty or multiple surgical specialties. Demonstrated skills in precepting, time management and organization of supplies and equipment. RequiredLeadership/Lead experience Demonstrated knowledge of maintaining a therapeutic environment for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Expert knowledge of a wide variety of surgical instrumentation used in various surgical procedures. Demonstrated interpersonal skills in customer service, problem-solving, and taking initiative. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS NBSTSA certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST). Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). Experience with one or more of the following surgical/OR departments: General Services, Thoracic Services, and Urology Services. Experience with quality and/or process improvement projects. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $83,771 - $104,191 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $40.12 - $49.90 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).