Surgical Technologist: OR Prep & Sterile Field Expert

Physician Partners of America; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Physician Partners of America is seeking a PRN Certified Surgical Technologist for our Fullerton, CA location. The CST prepares instruments and supplies for surgical procedures, maintains sterile technique, and supports the surgical team throughout cases.

The role requires CST certification, high school diploma, and BLS. Excellent knowledge of HIPAA and patient care, with strong English communication skills, is essential for daily operations and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of approved Surgical Technologist School with certification.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and compliance policies.
• Strong analytical skills and technical skills relating to OR prep.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Collects supplies needed for surgical procedure and checks to ensure quality.
• Performs the surgical scrub; dons gown and gloves.
• Prepares instruments for procedure using sterile techniques.
• Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the team.
• Assists team with gowning and gloving.
• Assists with the draping of the patient and establishing the sterile field.
• Secures tubing, cords, and other sterile accessories.
• Anticipates and prepares any additional supplies that may be required during the procedure.
• Foresees the needs of the surgeon and passes instruments/supplies during procedure as needed.
• Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions used during procedure.
• Holds retractors or instruments as directed.
• Coordinates the camera or changes out robotic arms/instruments during endoscopic surgery as directed
• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure
• Performs additional counts when required
• Prepares sterile dressings and/or immobilization devices
• Prepares and passes specimen(s) as appropriate
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization
• Assists team with terminal cleaning of room
• Assists in prepping the OR for next patient
• Participate in debriefing and quality improvement plans to ensure quality patient care

Skills

Surgical procedures

HIPAA knowledge

English communication

Electronic health records

Team communication

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of approved Surgical Technologist School with certification

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

Physician Partners of America is seeking a PRN Certified Surgical Technologist for our Fullerton, CA location. The CST prepares instruments and supplies for surgical procedures, maintains sterile technique, and supports the surgical team throughout cases.

The role requires CST certification, high school diploma, and BLS. Excellent knowledge of HIPAA and patient care, with strong English communication skills, is essential for daily operations and patient safety.