Certified Surgical Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 134,187,000 - 154,188,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health’s St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton, CA invites a Surgical Technologist to support the perioperative team. The role requires CST certification, BLS-CPR, and a minimum of six months of acute care surgery department experience, or a recent ORT externship. Military surgical tech experience is also valued.

The position emphasizes handling heavy equipment, professional camaraderie, and adherence to hospital policies to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months of experience in an acute care Surgery Department and be able to perform as the scrub personnel in all specialties.
• Six months experience may be substituted if the candidate has completed an ORT externship on-site within the last year.
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the surgical team during procedures.
• Safely handle and operate surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain proficiency with specialized tools (CUSA Neuro Suction Irrigator, microscopes, drills, saws, autoclaves, instrument washers).
• Adhere to manufacturer instructions and Medical Center policies.
• Demonstrate strong judgment, adaptability, and communication skills.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

American Heart Association BLS Certification (BLS-CPR)

Operating Room Technician Training Course (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Technologist, you will help our surgical team and patients by providing critical technical support during surgical procedures so they can achieve 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 will perform as a skilled Scrub Technician, proficiently handling surgical instruments and equipment. You will be expected to safely 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 will possess 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 will need a CST certification and 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 rewarding healthcare career opportunity.

Job Requirements

• *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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Pay Range

$46.83 - $53.81 /hour