Job Description
Job Description
JOB ID: 952134
Skill :Surgical Technician
Start Date : 10/24/2025
13 Weeks
Required Certifications
BLS, CST
Shift Notes
12s days, EOW, first to float, call required
Location: Stockton, CA, 95204
Pay rate: $50-$53 hourly
Position Summary:
The Surgical Technician is responsible for assisting surgeons and other medical professionals in operating rooms during surgical procedures. The Surgical Tech ensures a sterile environment, prepares instruments and supplies, and anticipates the needs of the surgical team to facilitate safe and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and organize the operating room before surgery, ensuring all necessary equipment and instruments are sterile and functional.
- Scrub, gown, and glove according to aseptic techniques and assist the surgical team as a scrub technician during procedures.
- Pass surgical instruments and supplies to the surgeon and assistants during surgery.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon by maintaining familiarity with the procedure and surgical instruments.
- Maintain a sterile field, ensuring adherence to infection control and safety protocols.
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after surgery with the circulating nurse.
- Handle specimens properly, labeling and transporting them as required.
- Assist with the preparation and draping of the surgical site.
- Clean and restock the operating room following each procedure.
- Assist with patient care activities as directed by the RN or surgical team.
- Participate in continuing education and maintain current certification and competency in surgical technology.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
- Certification:
- Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred or required depending on state regulations.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 year of experience in an operating room or surgical setting preferred.
- Experience in various specialties (e.g., general surgery, orthopedics, neurology, or cardiovascular) is an asset.
- Call required: On Call requirement 1 night a week and 1 weekend per 4 weeks
Precision Scans is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to cultural diversity. Precision Scans will provide equal consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition.