Surgical Technologist, Sacramento Ambulatory Surgical Center

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Sacramento Surgery Center, LLC (PSSC), a subsidiary of University of the Pacific, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the launch and ongoing operations of its new Ambulatory Surgery Center in Sacramento, California. This role collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and staff to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The successful candidate will help prepare sterile ORs, manage instruments and supplies, and participate in accreditation readiness while upholding

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• At least 1 year perioperative/OR experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile operating rooms and environments.
• Assist surgeons by anticipating instrumentation during procedures.
• Perform counts of instruments, sponges, and needles with staff.
• Organize, clean, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments and trays.
• Support OR setup, equipment readiness, and supply inventory.
• Participate in onboarding and training of clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with ASC, safety, and accreditation standards.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PALS

OR experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Primary Purpose

Pacific Sacramento Surgery Center, LLC ( PSSC ), a subsidiary of University of the Pacific, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the launch and ongoing operations of its new Ambulatory Surgery Center ( ASC ) in Sacramento, California. This role is ideal for a motivated and adaptable surgical professional who thrives in a growing, team-oriented environment focused on exceptional patient care, innovation, and clinical education. The Surgical Technologist will support Operating Room (OR) readiness, sterile processing workflows, equipment and supply management, and surgical procedures. The role works closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.

Essential Functions

Participate in workflow development, regulatory readiness, including accreditation preparation and infection prevention practices. Prepare and maintain sterile operating rooms and surgical environments. Assist surgeons during procedures by anticipating instrumentation and supply needs. Perform instrument, sponge, and needle counts with circulating staff. Assemble, clean, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments and trays. Support OR setup, equipment readiness, and supply inventory management. Assist with onboarding, training, and collaboration across the clinical team. Maintain compliance with all ASC , safety, and accreditation standards. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Licenses: High school graduate. Current Basic Life Support ( BLS ) certification. Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ( ACLS ) certification. Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) certification. Experience: One (1) year of experience in perioperative, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit ( PACU ), OR, procedural, ambulatory, or related surgical setting required.

Preferred Qualifications

Ambulatory Surgery Center ( ASC ) experience preferred, but not required for strong candidates with relevant surgical or procedural experience in dental, oral and maxillofacial surgery, head and neck surgery, ENT /Otolaryngology, facial and cosmetic surgery Certified Surgical Technologist ( CST ) certification. Foster a positive, collaborative, team-oriented environment. Display accountability, professionalism, openness, adaptability, creativity, and innovation. Utilize computers and electronic systems proficiently.

Work Schedule

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required to ensure patient care. Minimal travel may be required. Work schedule may be modified if the incumbent is part time.