Surgical Tech II: Precision OR Prep & Team Support

CommonSpirit Health; Live Oak (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health’s Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA, seeks a Surgical Tech to prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team across a variety of procedures. You will set up equipment, pass instruments, maintain sterility, and adapt to the fast-changing OR schedule while supporting patient healing.

We value teamwork, timely turnovers, and attention to surgeon preferences. The role requires collaboration with nursing staff and readiness to assist in a demanding surgical environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years ORT experience.
• Certified Surgical Technologist or Technologist in Surgery-Certified.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR.

Responsibilities

• Set up surgical equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Assist surgical team and maintain a sterile environment.
• Adapt to changing schedules and coordinate with OR staff.
• Prepare Surgeon preference lists and procedure pick lists.
• Assist in cleaning rooms and equipment and ensure timely turnovers.

Skills

AIDET communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Tools

Surgical instruments preparation

Sterile technique

Job description

CommonSpirit Health’s Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA, seeks a Surgical Tech to prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team across a variety of procedures. You will set up equipment, pass instruments, maintain sterility, and adapt to the fast-changing OR schedule while supporting patient healing.

We value teamwork, timely turnovers, and attention to surgeon preferences. The role requires collaboration with nursing staff and readiness to assist in a demanding surgical environment.