Senior Surgical Technician - OR Instrument Lead

Kaiser Permanente; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Senior Surgical Technician under direct supervision to assist the surgical team before, during, and after procedures. You will provide expert support and ensure instrument maintenance and sterility.

The role includes coordinating equipment, setting up the OR, assisting surgeons, counting instruments, and helping train RNs and other staff. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential to maintain patient safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of current acute Operating Room experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Surgical Technicians certified by the appropriate association qualify as Senior Surgical Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Direct, train and coordinate work of other Surgical Technicians.
• Coordinate equipment setup, sterility checks and instrument handling.
• Assist with patient positioning, gowning, and glove donning.
• Hand instruments to surgeon and participate in instrument counts.
• Keep operating room clean, turnover ready and equipment ready for procedures.
• Participate in training of RNs and other scrub roles.

Skills

Team supervision

Instruments handling

Sterilization

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Senior Surgical Technician under direct supervision to assist the surgical team before, during, and after procedures. You will provide expert support and ensure instrument maintenance and sterility.

The role includes coordinating equipment, setting up the OR, assisting surgeons, counting instruments, and helping train RNs and other staff. Strong problem-solving and teamwork are essential to maintain patient safety and high-quality care.