Surgical Technologist

Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center; Capitola (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Voluntary Aflac plans

Generous PTO schedule

Monday-Friday schedule

Job summary

Capitola Surgery Center is seeking a skilled Surgical Technician to join our outpatient surgery team. You will work closely with surgeons and nurses to ensure sterility, proper instrument handling, and efficient room turnover in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a CST or equivalent certification and at least 2 years of scrub tech experience in an outpatient setting. A high school diploma is required; an associate degree or surgical technology program is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associates degree or surgical tech program preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years as a Surgical Scrub Tech in outpatient or surgical setting.
• In-depth knowledge of sterile techniques and operating room procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile environments for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgeons and staff by providing instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Perform instrument counts before, during, and after procedures.
• Anticipate team needs and respond quickly during operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in OR and surrounding areas.
• Document issues related to instruments or equipment; report problems.
• Adhere to infection control policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or surgical technology program preferred

Job description

Capitola Surgery Center is looking to add high quality support staff to our team. Are you passionate about providing quality patient care? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced, positive healthcare setting where patient care is the top priority, and you have the opportunity to learn from the best in their field? If so, we invite you to apply with us as a Surgical Technician.Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Surgical Tech to join our outpatient surgery team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical procedures and a commitment to maintaining a sterile and efficient operating room environment. You will work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the success of various surgical procedures.Key Responsibilities:Prepare and maintain sterile environments for surgical procedures.Assist surgeons and surgical staff by providing the necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment during operations.Perform thorough instrument counts before, during, and after procedures to ensure accuracy and patient safety.Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly to requests during procedures.Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization in the operating room and surrounding areas.Assist with patient positioning and draping as needed.Document and report any issues or concerns related to surgical instruments or equipment.Adhere to all infection control policies and procedures.Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent certification preferred.Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Scrub Tech in an outpatient or surgical setting.In-depth knowledge of surgical instruments, sterile techniques, and operating room procedures.Strong attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.High school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree or surgical technology program preferred.Compensation and Benefits:This position pays a competitive rate of $41.10-63.00 per hour depending on the level of experience. We offer a full suite of benefits including 401k with company match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as voluntary Aflac plans. We have a generous PTO schedule, and our staff enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule.If this position sounds ideal for you, we encourage you to apply!