Surgical Technician - MSC Operating Room

County of Riverside; California; On-site; USD 95,871,000 - 142,824,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside's Riverside University Health System - Medical Center in Moreno Valley seeks an experienced Surgical Technician to support the MSC Operating Room team. The role assists the surgical team, ensures sterile technique, and manages instruments and supplies to enable efficient patient care.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year hospital experience and prefer Surgical Technologist certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technician Program.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology and Aseptic Techniques.
• Ability to assist the RN and MD and meet patient care needs.

Responsibilities

• Arrange sterile setup for procedures; Pass instruments, sponges and sutures to surgeons and team.
• Check equipment placement and operation; restock the operating room.
• During procedures, assist with trays, grafting materials and patient data.
• Verify patient identity and allergies; ensure proper patient safety.

Skills

Surgical technique

Scrub role

Infection control

BLS certification

Education

Surgical Technician Program

Job description

The County of Riverside's Riverside University Health System - Medical Center is seeking an experienced Surgical Technician to join our team with the MSC Operating Room Department located in Moreno Valley.

Under general direction, the Surgical Technician assists Registered Nurses and other members of the surgical team in preparing for surgical procedures. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile techniques, handling surgical instruments and supplies, assisting surgeons during procedures, performing surgical counts, and ensuring compliance with infection prevention and safety standards. The incumbent collaborates with the surgical team to ensure efficient patient care and may participate in on‑call rotations, extended hours, or schedule changes based on operational needs.

This job class is characterized by the responsibility for performing the scrub role in a patient's intervention and for administering nursing care to designated patients under the care and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Surgical Technician reports to a Registered Nurse during their scrub role and are under the direction of a Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse depending on their shift of assignment.

The ideal candidate will have at least one (1) year of experience working as a Surgical Technician in a hospital setting. Certification as a Surgical Technologist is highly preferred.

Certification Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Work Schedule

5/40, Monday through Friday, from 6:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.

The incumbent may participate in an on‑call rotation once per week until 5:30 p.m., depending on operational needs.

Salary Range

Surgical Technician (Full-Time): $ 33.4583 - $49.8441 per hour

Meet the Team!

Every day at Riverside University Health System Medical Center, a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and support staff come together to improve lives across Riverside County. Our nationally recognized programs and specialized services thrive because of the diverse talents and commitment of our team members. No matter your background or skill set, you’ll discover meaningful opportunities and a strong sense of purpose here.

To learn more about RUHS Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org.

Examples Of Essential Duties

• Arrange sterile setup for surgical procedures; Pass instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeons, Registered Nurses and surgical assistants; Prepare sterile supplies, assist in cleanup of the operating room.
• Check placement and operation of equipment; Check and restock operating room.
• During surgical procedures incumbents may be responsible for special trays, grafting materials and recording patient data.
• Checks schedule for times and types of operations.
• Verifies patient's identity when applicable; Checks for the presence of bridgework, contact lenses, prosthesis, implants and personal items i.e. clothing, jewelry.
• Verifies any patient allergies, NPO status and whether or not patient has voided (when applicable);
• Assembles necessary supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical intervention; conducts equipment checks and labeling and reports malfunctioning to the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager;
• Monitor and apply aseptic technique throughout the intraoperative period; Closely monitors the operative field and reports any breaks immediately.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of a Surgical Technician Program (verification of completion must be submitted at the time of application and/or interview).

Knowledge of:

Medical Terminology; Aseptic Techniques required in a surgical setting; Supplies instruments and equipment used in surgical interventions; Proper patient preparation procedures; Medical and patient safety needs.

Ability to:

Understand principles of proper body alignment and assure their application during procedures; Assist the Registered Nurse and Medical Doctor in carrying out surgical intervention; Meet patients' physical and psychological needs; Properly assemble and care for instrument trays and other equipment; Establish and maintain effective working relationships and nursing and medical staff and others.

Job Competencies

Work performance measures

• Demonstrates knowledge of medical surgical procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of intervention policies, procedures.
• Skillfully communicates with patients, staff and the public regarding operating room policies and procedures.
• Effectively utilizes operating room equipment and monitoring techniques.
• Works efficiently and tactfully with stressful conditions.
• Effective bedside manners.
• Works effectively with multiple tasks and interruptions.

Certifications

• Certified as a Surgical Technician (CST) is desired.
• A valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Physical Requirements

The position requires standing for extended periods, frequent walking, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and twisting. The incumbent must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies; assist with patient positioning; and perform repetitive hand and arm movements during surgical procedures. These duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supplemental Information

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Work Location and Telework

In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving \"At Will\", are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.