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Principal Surgical Technician - Surgical Oncology - 137906

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers
United States, California, San Diego
9300 Campus Point Drive (Show on map)
Dec 18, 2025
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 12-22-25 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. This is a UC San Diego Internal Recruitment open to UCSD and UCSD Health System Staff Only DESCRIPTION Under direction, performs advanced/lead-level surgical technologist duties utilizing specialized knowledge acquired through formal training. In addition to performing the duties 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 identifying opportunities to streamline the operations relative to the surgical tech role. 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. CPR/BLS healthcare provider (recognized by AHA or equivalent). 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. Demonstrated interpersonal skills in customer service, problem-solving, and taking initiative. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS NBSTSA certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST).-Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). Leadership/Lead experience preferably in a Surgical Oncology unit. 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: $87,967 - $109,411 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $42.13 - $52.40 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).