Surgical Operating Room Technician

Seneca Healthcare District; Chester (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Healthcare District is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of procedures in Chester, CA. You will prepare the operating room, arrange instruments, and assist Surgeons throughout the surgical process.

The role emphasizes maintaining a sterile environment, anticipating needs, handling specimens, and supporting OR staff with equipment and documentation to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• Certification as a surgical technician preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience in an operating room.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support certification.
• Ability to maintain sterile environments and follow safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies for procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure.
• Handle specimens, prepare and monitor medications, assist with dressings.
• Maintain sterile environment and sterile field during procedures.
• Inspect, sterilize, and replace medical instruments as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Education

Surgical technician certification

1-2 years OR experience

Tools

Sterile technique

Instruments handling

Job description

Seneca Healthcare District is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of procedures in Chester, CA. You will prepare the operating room, arrange instruments, and assist Surgeons throughout the surgical process.

The role emphasizes maintaining a sterile environment, anticipating needs, handling specimens, and supporting OR staff with equipment and documentation to ensure safe, efficient patient care.