Surgical Tech - Ambulatory - La Jolla

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a part-time Surgical Technologist for the XiMed building at Scripps Memorial La Jolla. The role supports surgeons before, during, and after procedures, with focus on patient safety and efficient OR workflow.

Requirements include 1 year of experience or completion of an accredited program, plus current BLS. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent experience as a Surgical Technologist or completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist training program.
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent communication skills; able to multi-task and work well in a team; detail oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Support surgeons and the surgical team with routine tasks.
• Maintain patient safety and ensure efficient operating room flow.

Skills

Excellent communication

Detail oriented

Team player

Multitasking

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist training program

CST Certification

BLS from American Heart Association

Tools

EPIC experience

Basic computer skills

Job description

Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has served the greater San Diego community since 1924. For more than a century, we continue to provide distinguished care, including several nationally ranked specialty programs. Scripps La Jolla was the first in San Diego to be designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nursing Association.

Scripps La Jolla shares a campus with the Barbey Family Emergency and Trauma Center, a Level I Trauma Center, and the renowned Prebys Cardiovascular Institute. We're also home to notable specialty programs, including cancer care, heart surgery, orthopedic surgery, labor and delivery services (including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit) and a nationally designated Comprehensive Stroke Center.

This is a part-time (40 hours/2 weeks) M-F position at Scripps Memorial La Jolla in the XiMed building.

Join the Scripps Health team to work with dedicated caregivers and deliver patient-centered care, while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's most respected healthcare organizations.

Why join Scripps Health?

Award-winning Workplace

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
• Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

At Scripps Ambulatory Surgery located in the XiMED building on the campus of Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla our surgeons treat many medical conditions using the latest minimally invasive techniques. Our team remains committed to professional development, dedication to their team members and best care practices and making patients feel comfortable with and informed about their care. Our surgical support staff focus on the unique skills required for assisting patients before, during, and after procedures.

Required Qualifications

• 1 year of recent experience as a Surgical Technologist or completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist training program.
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association
• Excellent communication skills. Basic computer skills. Able to multi-task and work well in a team environment. Detail oriented and able work well in a fast-paced, high stress environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience
• CST Certification
• EPIC experience

At Scripps Health, you will experience the pride, support and respect of an organization that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work.

You’ll be surrounded by people committed to making a difference in the lives of their patients and their teammates. So if you’re open to change, go ahead and unlock your potential.

Position Pay Range: $34.97-$50.69/hour