Surgical Technologist II – OR Scrub & Support

Kaiser Permanente; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Irwindale, CA seeks a Certified Surgical Technician to assist physicians during procedures and perform scrub duties under supervision. The role emphasizes instrument handling, patient safety, and a collaborative team approach with RNs and physicians.

Responsibilities include maintaining sterile technique, preparing room setup, and coordinating with Central Processing for sterilization, with on-call duties and adherence to department standards.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years within the last three years operating room scrubbing or equivalent military experience, including a variety of surgical procedures.
• Maintains required certifications as applicable.
• Has full command of the English language (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Performs scrub role (e.g., anticipates surgeons needs, pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, obtain/process tissue samples) according to standard.
• Assists physician within scope of competency.
• Assists with transfer, transport, and stabilization of patient within the scope of competency.
• Cleans instruments, containers, and equipment according to established guidelines and reassembles packs, prepares for sterilization and/or returns to Central Processing.

Skills

Surgical scrubbing

Communication

Education

Graduate of approved surgical technologist program

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Irwindale, CA seeks a Certified Surgical Technician to assist physicians during procedures and perform scrub duties under supervision. The role emphasizes instrument handling, patient safety, and a collaborative team approach with RNs and physicians.

Responsibilities include maintaining sterile technique, preparing room setup, and coordinating with Central Processing for sterilization, with on-call duties and adherence to department standards.