Surgical Technician - MSC Operating Room

County of Riverside; Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside University Health System Medical Center in Moreno Valley seeks an experienced Surgical Technician to join the MSC Operating Room. You will support sterile preparation, instrument handling, and active involvement with surgeons during procedures to ensure patient safety and efficient care.

Minimum 1 year hospital experience; CST certification preferred; BLS cert required. Schedule is 5/40, with possible on-call rotations; salary is hourly with defined ranges.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as Surgical Technician in a hospital setting.
• Certification as Surgical Technologist is highly preferred.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association is required.
• Completion of a Surgical Technician Program must be verified at application/interview.

Responsibilities

• Arrange sterile setup for procedures; pass instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeons and nurses.
• Prepare sterile supplies and assist in operating room cleanup.
• Check equipment placement and restock operating room.
• Assist during procedures and monitor aseptic technique throughout surgery.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical assisting

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

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.

• 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.

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:

• 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.

Other Requirements:

• 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.