University of Southern California·Glendale, California
Prepares operating rooms using appropriate techniques and provides technical services during surgeries. Assists in the operating room as assigned or directed by the surgical team.
Prepares the operating rooms for surgery using appropriate techniques. Provides technical services and assists in the operating room as assigned or directed.
• Graduate of a formal Surgical Technician training program.
As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experience nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
The hourly rate range for this position is $34.67 - $46.66. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
USC is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D [https://policy.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Background-Screening-Policy-Appendix-D-1.pdf] [https://policy.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Background-Screening-Policy-Appendix-D-1.pdf]for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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Requires graduation from a formal Surgical Technician training program and CST certification via NBSTSA. Current BLS certification via the American Heart Association is also required.
Market context
In California, surgical technician openings are commonly driven by steady operating room staffing needs, especially for full-time day-shift positions in hospitals and surgical centers. These roles are competitive because employers often look for formal training, CST certification through NBSTSA, and current AHA BLS, while union status and a set hourly range can make the package more structured. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification dates and training credentials before applying.
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