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UCLA Health

OR Assistant II, Per Diem - Santa Monica Main OR

Pay: $29.44/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Santa Monica, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.

$57,167 / year median in California

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

OR Assistant II, Per Diem - Santa Monica Main OR UCLA Health - 4.1 Santa Monica, CA Job Details Per diem $29.44 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications

TJC OSHA

Sterility testing Disinfection procedures Sterile processing regulatory compliance Equipment maintenance Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise Cross-functional communication Hazardous materials regulations Full Job Description Description Take on a rewarding role in a world-class health organization. The Operating Room Assistant II is under direct supervision of the Operating Room Assistant III lead, Clinical Specialist, Charge Nurse and RN circulator in the performance of job duties. The O.R. Assistant II is responsible for patient transport, cleaning of the operating room suites, and assistance to nursing staff in preparing patients for surgery, gathering supplies and equipment, maintenance of storage areas and performing necessary errands related to patient care. The incumbent also works closely with the Unit Secretary in carrying out activities related to the surgery schedule. The incumbent also takes direction from the circulating nurse for patient care needs.

Salary Range:

$29.44 hourly Qualifications Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job: lift, carry, push or pull 50lbs. Or more, constant (80-90% of the time) Dexterity to operate equipment. Communication skills to take direction or instructions. Ability to articulate with a diverse and multidisciplinary team. Awareness of potential exposure to injury of hazardous materials. Knowledge of sterilizer's functions, sterilizing parameters, equipment maintenance, sterility tests. Knowledge of disinfectants germicides, and sterilants. Knowledge of infection control, AORN, and AAMI standards related to job functions.

Knowledge of government regulations:

TJC, Title 22, OSHA, Medical Device Act, Waste Management, Sexual Harassment, and Patient's Bill of Rights.