Surgical Services - Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

TALENT Software Services; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Certified OR Tech in Berkeley, California. This full-time position requires proficiency in Ophthalmology and at least 2 years of surgical tech experience. Responsibilities include assisting in surgeries and managing OR equipment. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication skills and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a surgical technologist role.
• Competency to scrub major procedures in at least three surgical specialties preferred.
• Ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in selecting supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Provide scrub services for minor and major procedures.
• Assist with maintenance of physician preference lists and specialty instruments.

Skills

Proficiency in Ophthalmology

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Diploma from accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Surgical Services - Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

We are seeking a Certified OR Tech to join our team. This position requires proficiency in Ophthalmology, including Cataract and Vitrectomy procedures, as well as experience in Ortho, Neuro, and Robotics. The role involves working 4x10s with a 9 AM start, on‑call shifts, and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years required
• Travel Experience: Yes
• Required Certifications: BLS, NBSTSA

Job Duties

• Preoperative Functions:
  • Assist in selecting supplies and equipment for procedures
  • Prepare the OR using the physician's preference list
  • Set up specialty tables and secure necessary instruments
  • Open sterile packages using sterile technique
• Intraoperative Functions:
  • Provide scrub services for minor and major procedures
  • Assist the surgeon in various tasks such as holding retractors, applying electrocautery, and cutting suture material
  • Set up specialized surgical equipment under RN supervision
• Postoperative Duties:
  • Assist in transferring patients to postoperative beds
  • Perform operating room sanitation tasks
  • Clean anesthesia machines and operate sterilization units
• Technical Subject Matter Expert Functions:
  • Serve as a technical expert for at least one surgical service
  • Assist with maintenance of physician preference lists and specialty instruments
• Miscellaneous Functions:
  • Report defective materials or unsafe conditions
  • Put away unused supplies and update surgeon preference lists
  • Assist with employee orientation and evaluation of instruments
• Professional Expectations:
  • Attend and participate in continuing education classes and in‑services
  • Demonstrate commitment to unit and department goals
  • Adhere to hospital policies and complete assigned duties efficiently

Education

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. A diploma from an accredited surgical technology program or documented on‑the‑job training program is preferred.

Typical Experience

Minimum two years of recent acute care hospital experience in a surgical technologist role, with documented competency to scrub major procedures in at least three surgical specialties preferred. Ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, demanding environment
• Excellent communication skills

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other