Certified Surgical Technologist

St-Josephs-Medical-Center; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton, California, seeks a Surgical Technologist to support the surgical team as a scrub technician. The role requires CST and BLS-CPR certifications with at least six months in an acute care Surgery Department, or a completed ORT externship.

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed hospital offering comprehensive services. Military experience is valued and adherence to hospital policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have CST and BLS-CPR certifications.
• Minimum six months of acute care Surgery Department experience or ORT externship.
• Military surgical tech experience considered; strong knowledge of hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team as scrub tech and provide critical technical support during procedures.
• Safely operate and maintain a wide array of surgical instruments and equipment per policy.
• Demonstrate strong judgment, adaptability, and effective communication in perioperative care.

Skills

CST certification

BLS-CPR

Surgical scrub

Instrument handling

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CUSA Neuro Suction Irrigator

Microscopes

Power equipment (drills, saws)

Autoclaves

Instrument washers

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Technologist, you will helpour surgical team and patientsby providing critical technical support during surgical procedures so they canachieve optimal patient outcomes and ensure smooth, safe operations within the perioperative environment.This role is essential for delivering quality surgical care across various patient populations.

Every day you willperform as a skilled Scrub Technician, proficiently handling surgical instruments and equipment.You will be expected tosafely operate and maintain a wide array of specialized surgical tools, including CUSA Neuro Suction Irrigator, microscopes, power equipment (drills, saws), autoclaves, and instrument washers, in strict accordance with manufacturer instructions and Medical Center policy.

To be successful in this role, you willpossess current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and Basic Life Support (BLS-CPR) certifications.You must have a minimum of six months of recent experience in an acute care Surgery Department, or have completed an ORT externship on-site, demonstrating the ability to perform as scrub personnel in all specialties. Strong judgment, adaptability, and excellent communication skills are also crucial.

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To be successful in this role, you willneed aCST certificationand at least six months of acute care surgery department experience, or a recently completed ORT externship. Candidates with military surgical tech experience are also highly valued. A strong understanding of medical center policies and procedures, coupled with excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain professional camaraderie, are essential. Your commitment to patient care, combined with proficiency in handling heavy equipment and a proactive approach to problem-solving, will ensure your success in this rewardinghealthcare career opportunity.

Job Requirements

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or GED
• (6) Six months of experience in an acute care Surgery Department and be able to perform as the scrub personnel in all specialties.
  • (6) Six months experience may substituted if the candidate has completed an ORT externship on-site within the last year. If operational conditions permit, training a candidate without the required experience may be considered, but must be a recent Graduate from an or Tech Program and certified.
  • If Military trained, in lieu of ORT Certification/NCCT, a minimum of 10 years of Military Surgical Tech Experience is required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• American Heart Association BLS Certification (BLS-CPR)

Preferred:

• Completion of Operating Room Technician Training Course preferred.

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Where You'll Work

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

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