Surgical Technologist: Precision OR Support & Patient Safety

Mercy Medical Center Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center Merced is seeking a Surgical Tech to join the operating room team in Merced, CA. You will prepare the OR, anticipate needs of surgeons and nurses, pass instruments, and maintain a sterile field to support safe, efficient procedures.

The role requires meticulous attention to sterile technique, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring patient safety. On-call shifts may be required to cover emergencies.

Qualifications

• Must have strong sterile technique and attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate needs and assist surgeons and nurses.
• Must be able to take call shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR: instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Pass instruments and maintain the sterile field during procedures.
• Count items and handle specimens.
• Assist with patient positioning and aseptic technique.

Skills

Sterile technique

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

TS-C

Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Mercy Medical Center Merced is seeking a Surgical Tech to join the operating room team in Merced, CA. You will prepare the OR, anticipate needs of surgeons and nurses, pass instruments, and maintain a sterile field to support safe, efficient procedures.

The role requires meticulous attention to sterile technique, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring patient safety. On-call shifts may be required to cover emergencies.