University of Southern California · 2 months ago
Equipment Technician - Surgery - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$21/hr - $33.15/hr
2+ years expThe University of Southern California is seeking an Equipment Technician to support the clinical staff by maintaining and coordinating the movement of surgical equipment. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure the availability and functionality of equipment for surgical procedures.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Through vendor training demonstrates current knowledge of specific equipment associated with surgical procedures and applies that knowledge in the preparation for its use
The Technician- Operating room Equipment is responsible for teaching members of the operating room staff principles of specific equipment and its set-up for surgical procedures
Provides daily maintenance and provides daily organization of equipment in the operating room
Through collaboration with the OR Supervisor and the Clinical Coordinators facilitates the daily movement of equipment for surgical procedures
At times directs the movement of equipment through the use of other ancillary operating room staff
Performs operating room checks to insure the equipment set-up of the equipment is complete and in line with the Clinical Coordinator’s case outline
Works closely with the Media Specialists to insure proper equipment arrangements in the operating rooms for specific procedures
Works closely with the Biomedical Department to insure the necessary equipment is in working order and when repairs are needed arranges for loaner equipment to be provided, as well as communicates these issues to the operating room management and staff
Follows policies, Title 22 and The Joint Commission Standards
Provides for orientation, training and continuing education of ancillary staff and provides a general education to all RN an STs in the use of designated equipment used in the operating room
Assists in resolving conflicts with equipment issues
Assists in updating preference cards requiring equipment to prevent conflicts through Cerner/Surginet system
Keeps operating room staff up to date on current issues related to equipment needs in specific specialties
Assists with annual budget related to equipment, supplies and capital requirements. Makes recommendations that enhance resources utilization within the department
Acts as liaison between nursing, anesthesia, operating room Technicians, surgeons and all other ancillary services regarding any equipment related issues
Maintains supplies and equipment on a continuous basis. This is inclusive of any at par levels, organized, cleaned and outdates disposed of
Participates actively in PI activities
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school or equivalent
2 - 3 years Experience working in surgery field and with surgical equipment
Organization/time management skills
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
Preferred
Associate's degree in a related field
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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