Surgical Technologist - Surgery, Specialty Bakersfield (Per Diem, On Call)

Adventist Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield is seeking a per diem Surgical Technologist in Bakersfield, CA. You will assist in the operating room by passing instruments, maintaining sterile fields, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures.

Requirements include an accredited Surgical Technology program (AS/Certificate), BLS, and CST or TS-C certification. CPR/BLS certified candidates preferred; acute care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree or Certificate of Program Completion in Surgical Technology is required.
• Relevant acute care experience: Preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required.
• Certified Surgery Technician (CST) or Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT): Required.
• CPR certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Preferred.
• Board/certifications such as NBST or AST: Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verifies surgery to be performed with consent forms and brings patient to assigned operating room.
• Passes instruments to surgeon during procedure and anticipates surgeon's needs for additional supplies.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Associate Degree or Certificate of Program Completion in Surgical Technology

Job description

Formerly known as Bakersfield Heart Hospital since 1999, Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield is building upon a legacy of exceptional heart care and expanding our ability to better serve Kern County for decades to come. We are comprised of a 47-bed hospital with three operating rooms, four cardiac catheterization labs and offer a range of specialty services to the community. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

Job Summary

Facilitates physician's performance of invasive and therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly monitoring the maintenance of the sterile field.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate Degree or Certificate of Program Completion in Surgical Technology: Required
• Relevant acute care experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• National Board of Surgical Technologists or Association of Surgical Technologists certified: Preferred
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Certified Surgery Technician (CST) certification or Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Verifies surgery to be performed with consent forms and brings patient to assigned operating room. Passes instruments to surgeon during procedure. Anticipates surgeon's needs of additional supplies. Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed. Prepares sterile dressings. Secures dressings after incision closure.
• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure. Obtains appropriate sterile and unsterile items needed for procedure. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure. Helps drape sterile field.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. Assists other members of team with cleaning of room for turnover. Assists in prepping room for the next patient.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : L43604-2

Job Category : Technologist

Posting Date : 2026-08-27T01:07:43+00:00

Locations : Bakersfield, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $32.79 to $44.98. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Surgery

Shift Length : 12 Hours