Surgical Tech - Chula Vista

Scripps Health; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 48,174 - 69,830; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Mercy Chula Vista is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a full-time 10-hour day shift. You will scrub for cases, prepare sterile equipment, and support the operating team to ensure patient safety and efficiency.

Eligible candidates have at least one year of experience or completed an accredited program, BLS, and strong teamwork and communication skills. The role offers a competitive California pay range, with potential incentives and benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a Surgical Technologist or completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist training program.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to multi-task and work well in a team environment.
• Detail oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider required.

Responsibilities

• Support the surgical team by scrubbing for cases and anticipating needs.
• Maintain sterile equipment and ensure rooms are prepped.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols.
• Contribute to patient-centered care during procedures.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

BLS (AHA)

Team collaboration

Communication

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

Education

Surgical Technologist training program

Job description

This is a full-time, varied 10-hour day shift at Scripps Chula Vista. Bonus Eligible*

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

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.

Join our surgery team as a surgical tech where you will work closely to ensure equipment and rooms are sterile and ready to use.You will scrub for cases and anticipate the needs of the physician and operating team. Your work will be appreciated as you contribute to the overall well-being of the team and patients.

*$4K New Hire Incentive and $3K Relocation if moving from 100+ miles.

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:

• Internal candidates
• Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago

In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met

• Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)
• Must remain in original department/specialty
• Must remain in original Job Title
• Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by‑case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

Qualifications

Required:

• One year of recent experience as a Surgical Technologist or completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist training program.
• 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.
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider required

Preferred

• CST
• 2+ years' experience

Job

Pt Care Technical

Primary Location

Southern San Diego County-CHULA VISTA-SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL CHULA VISTA

Work Locations

SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL CHULA VISTA

435 H STREET

CHULA VISTA 91910

Organization

Scripps Mercy Chula Vista

Benefit Status

FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Minimum Rate (USD): 34.97 - Maximum Rate (USD): 50.69

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.