Associate Surgical Technician

Taphealthcare; California (MO); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Associate Surgical Technician for full-time day-shift opportunities across California. In this hands-on role, you will work with surgeons, nurses, and perioperative staff to prepare operating rooms, maintain sterile technique, and support procedures.

Offering a salary range of $84,000 to $112,000 annually, the position emphasizes precision, teamwork, and efficient, safe surgical care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification upon hire.
• Minimum of one year of recent experience working in a surgical setting as a Surgical Scrub Technician.
• One to two years of professional experience preferred for the position level.
• Strong understanding of sterile technique, infection prevention, and operating room procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and maintain sterile technique.
• Organize instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Provide essential support throughout surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and perioperative staff.

Skills

Sterile technique

Infection prevention

Surgical instrumentation

OR procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Position Overview

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Associate Surgical Technician for full-time day-shift opportunities across multiple California locations. In this hands-on surgical role, you will work alongside surgeons, nurses, and other perioperative professionals to prepare operating rooms, maintain sterile technique, organize instruments and supplies, and provide essential support throughout surgical procedures.

Offering a competitive salary of $84,000 – $112,000 annually, this opportunity is designed for Surgical Technicians with recent scrub experience who value precision, teamwork, and the fast-paced environment of surgical care. You'll play an important role in maintaining an efficient, safe, and well-prepared operating room while contributing directly to successful procedures and positive patient outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience working in a surgical setting as a Surgical Scrub Technician.
• One (1) to two (2) years of professional experience preferred for the position level.
• Strong understanding of sterile technique, infection prevention, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures.
• Ability to anticipate procedural needs and work effectively alongside surgeons, nurses, and other members of the surgical team.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) upon hire.
• Experience supporting a variety of surgical specialties and procedures.
• Familiarity with surgical instrumentation, equipment setup, and supply management.
• Experience working within an acute care hospital operating room.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain efficiency and sterile technique throughout complex procedures.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a dependable and technically skilled Surgical Technician who understands that a successful procedure begins well before the first incision. They are meticulous about sterile technique, anticipate the needs of the surgical team, and remain organized and composed as procedural demands change. The strongest candidate will bring recent hands‑on scrub experience, excellent situational awareness, and a collaborative approach to supporting safe and efficient surgical care.

Screening Questions

1. Do you have at least one (1) year of recent Surgical Scrub Technician experience in a surgical setting?
2. Do you currently hold American Heart Association BLS certification?
3. Do you hold a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA?

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

Tap Healthcare Solutions connects skilled surgical professionals with opportunities where their technical expertise and attention to detail are valued. We understand the essential role Surgical Technicians play in maintaining safe, efficient operating rooms and seek opportunities where professionals can strengthen their perioperative expertise while contributing to exceptional patient care.

These full‑time day‑shift opportunities across California offer experienced Surgical Technicians the chance to bring their scrub expertise to collaborative surgical teams while continuing to grow within perioperative care. With competitive compensation and opportunities across multiple locations, this position provides an excellent next step for professionals who thrive in the operating room.