Surgical Tech Jobs in San Diego, CA

Surgical Tech Full-time
United Surgical Partners International, Inc

Surgical Tech

United Surgical Partners International, Inc San Diego, CA
$33 - $40 / hour
Surgical Technologist Synergy Surgery Center Welcome to Synergy Surgery Center Synergy Surgery Center is hiring a Surgical Technologist - Full-time . Our fast-paced Ambulatory Surgery Center is committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech at Synergy Surgery Center Job Summary: Be responsible for providing surgical scrub on all types of minor and major surgical procedures dependent on individual competence. Ensure sterility of all supplies and instruments during set up of surgical procedures. Assist circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment. Assist circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment. Is responsible for doing sponge, needle, and instrument count pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse. Gown and glove surgeons and assistants. Assist in keeping physician preference cards accurate/updated. Retain all specimens to be sent to pathology, confirming source/name of specimen with surgeon. Transport all surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas. Assist in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets. Interact appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background. Use Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment. Assist with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participates in emergency preparedness drills. Follow all equipment and safety guidelines and is responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment. Serve as a resource to other members of the health care team. Attend in-services, conferences, and meetings as required. Communicate effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintain patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy. Maintain designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the hospital. Act in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center. Comply with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment. Support new hires and existing staff through precepting and/or orienting new hires and existing staff. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Surgical Technician Program and/or equivalent combination of education and experience Certification as required by state and/or center 3 years previous experience required previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center is strongly preferred Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation Ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions of the patient when needed Must excel in teamwork and possess strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, engage with patients, and coordinate with physicians Pay Range: $33.00 - 40.00/hour (Wages are determined based upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and years of experience). What We Offer As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Life and AD&D coverage Availability of short- and long-term disability Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs 401(k) and access to retirement planning Paid holidays and vacation Who We Are At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of, our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
Surgical Tech Full-time
Sharp HealthCare

Surgical Tech II - Women's Surgery - Sharp Mary Birch - Day Shift - Full Time - Eligible for New Hire Incentive

Sharp HealthCare Birdland, CA
$34.17 - $49.37 / hour
Hours : Shift Start Time: 6:30 AM Shift End Time: 7 PM AWS Hours Requirement: 12/36 - 12 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: As Needed On-Call Required: Yes Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $34.170 - $44.090 - $49.370 This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement. This position was originally posted to ratified SEIU members from 04/24/26 to 05/02/26. The position is now available to be filled by internal candidates that are not members of the ratified Bargaining Unit or External candidates to Sharp. What You Will Do Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring the operating room environment is safe, that equipment is functioning properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. A surgical technologist that applies clinical expertise in the roles of scrub surgical technologist. Required Qualifications 3 Years Experience as a surgical technologist in a hospital setting. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistants (CSFA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery - Certified (NCCT), TS-C (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing -REQUIRED Other Qualification Requirements Surgical Technologist Certification from an accredited program is required (e.g. Certified Surgical Technologists (CST), or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), or Tech in Surgery-Certified (NCCT)). Essential Functions Clinical practice Accountable for instrument trays to match the instrument list provided in the tray. Need to escalate when incomplete. Update surgeon's preference card per entity specific process. Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure. Scrubs, gowns and gloves. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medication/solutions needed for procedure. Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to operation and before incision is closed. Complies with all count policies and procedure. Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants. Helps in draping sterile field. Passes instruments etc. to surgeon during procedure. Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during procedure. Cleans and prepares instruments for decontamination when needed. Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room. Assists in prepping room for the next patient when needed. Problem resolution Identifies any deviation from expected procedure/policy. Reports any patient safety issues. Identities problems and takes appropriate action, without prompting to accomplish department objectives and improved quality of care. Participates in teaching. Role models the Sharp Experience. An active team member (i.e. works additional shifts or different shifts as appropriate). Professional development Is an expert in the performance and demonstrated mentorship in at least 2 specialties(i.e. spine, total joint, cardiac) and/or mentors and performs in at least 1 specialty. Builds relationships with clinical staff, physicians, and other healthcare team members to facilitate patient and organizational outcomes. Participates in professionals organization. Enhances own professional growth through self-evaluation and setting and meeting own developmental goals. Serves as a preceptor for new surgical technologists and/or student surgical technologists. Exhibits the characteristics of moral integrity, honesty, surgical conscience and a commitment to upholding the highest principles of patient safety in the operating room. Promote and contribute to the enhancement of quality care for the surgical patient. Quality care Demonstrates knowledge of procedure by anticipating needs prior and during each case (i.e. assists with dressing and/or cast application at the end of the procedure). Picks cases using physician preference card. Consistently fulfills commitments for additional responsibilities. Does not require direction to fulfill responsibility. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A clinical expert in theory and the application of sterile and aseptic technique. An expert in performance and demonstrated mentorship in at least 2 specialties and/or mentors and performs in at least 1 specialty. $5,000 New Hire Sign On Incentive Eligibility Requirements: The following are not eligible for hiring incentives: Current Sharp employees Rehires/Reinstates that are rejoining the organization less than 12 months from last date of employment with Sharp Healthcare To remain eligible for your sign on incentive the following criteria must be met: Must remain in original hired FTE status and shift (if specified in offer letter) Must remain in original department/specialty. Must remain in original Job Title Transfers to a non-bonus eligible department or position may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus. Employee Referral Incentive Eligibility: Referral must list the name of the Sharp employee that referred them on the job application. External referrals only If referring a former Sharp employee – must be more than 12 months since last date of employment with Sharp Healthcare at the time of referral. #signon #referral Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
Surgical Tech Full-time
Sharp HealthCare

Surgical Tech II - Surgery - Sharp Chula Vista - 8 Hour Variable Shift - Full Time - Eligible for $5K New Hire Sign On Incentive

Sharp HealthCare Chula Vista, CA
Hours : Shift Start Time: Variable Shift End Time: Variable AWS Hours Requirement: 8/40 - 8 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Weekend Requirements: As Needed On-Call Required: Yes Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $34.170 - $44.090 - $49.370 This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement. In alignment with the SEIU CBA, this position will be posted for 7 days internally from 01/29/2026 to 02/06/2026 and available only to existing members of the ratified SEIU Bargaining Unit with a contract expiration date of 9/30/2027. Please Note: As part of our recruitment process, you may receive communication from Dawn, our virtual recruiting assistant. Dawn helps coordinate scheduling for screening calls and interviews to ensure a smooth and timely experience. Rest assured, all candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and hiring teams. What You Will Do Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring the operating room environment is safe, that equipment is functioning properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. A surgical technologist that applies clinical expertise in the roles of scrub surgical technologist. Required Qualifications 3 Years Experience as a surgical technologist in a hospital setting. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistants (CSFA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery - Certified (NCCT), TS-C (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing -REQUIRED Other Qualification Requirements Surgical Technologist Certification from an accredited program is required (e.g. Certified Surgical Technologists (CST), or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), or Tech in Surgery-Certified (NCCT)). Essential Functions Clinical practice Accountable for instrument trays to match the instrument list provided in the tray. Need to escalate when incomplete. Update surgeon's preference card per entity specific process. Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure. Scrubs, gowns and gloves. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medication/solutions needed for procedure. Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to operation and before incision is closed. Complies with all count policies and procedure. Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants. Helps in draping sterile field. Passes instruments etc. to surgeon during procedure. Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during procedure. Cleans and prepares instruments for decontamination when needed. Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room. Assists in prepping room for the next patient when needed. Problem resolution Identifies any deviation from expected procedure/policy. Reports any patient safety issues. Identities problems and takes appropriate action, without prompting to accomplish department objectives and improved quality of care. Participates in teaching. Role models the Sharp Experience. An active team member (i.e. works additional shifts or different shifts as appropriate). Professional development Is an expert in the performance and demonstrated mentorship in at least 2 specialties(i.e. spine, total joint, cardiac) and/or mentors and performs in at least 1 specialty. Builds relationships with clinical staff, physicians, and other healthcare team members to facilitate patient and organizational outcomes. Participates in professionals organization. Enhances own professional growth through self-evaluation and setting and meeting own developmental goals. Serves as a preceptor for new surgical technologists and/or student surgical technologists. Exhibits the characteristics of moral integrity, honesty, surgical conscience and a commitment to upholding the highest principles of patient safety in the operating room. Promote and contribute to the enhancement of quality care for the surgical patient. Quality care Demonstrates knowledge of procedure by anticipating needs prior and during each case (i.e. assists with dressing and/or cast application at the end of the procedure). Picks cases using physician preference card. Consistently fulfills commitments for additional responsibilities. Does not require direction to fulfill responsibility. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A clinical expert in theory and the application of sterile and aseptic technique. An expert in performance and demonstrated mentorship in at least 2 specialties and/or mentors and performs in at least 1 specialty. $5,000 New Hire Sign On Incentive Eligibility Requirements: The following are not eligible for hiring incentives: Current Sharp employees Rehires/Reinstates that are rejoining the organization less than 12 months from last date of employment with Sharp Healthcare To remain eligible for your sign on incentive the following criteria must be met: Must remain in original hired FTE status and shift (if specified in offer letter) Must remain in original department/specialty. Must remain in original Job Title Transfers to a non-bonus eligible department or position may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus. Employee Referral Incentive Eligibility: Referral must list the name of the Sharp employee that referred them on the job application. External referrals only If referring a former Sharp employee – must be more than 12 months since last date of employment with Sharp HealthCare at the time of the referral #signon #referral Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
Surgical Tech Other
ERP International

Surgical Technologist (Temporary)

ERP International San Diego, CA
Overview ERP International is seeking temporary Surgical Technologists in support of the Main Operating Room at Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA. Apply online today and discover more about this exceptional employment opportunity. www.erpinternational.com Be the Best! Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International has been named a Washington Post 2025 Top Workplace! We are thrilled to be included on the list for a sixth year in a row! About ERP International, LLC: ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran. Responsibilities Work Schedule: Services shall be provided Monday - Friday, between the hours of 6:00am and 6:00pm. All shifts include an uncompensated 30-to-60-minute meal break, respectively. Job Specific Responsibilities and Tasks: Duties may include but are not limited to : Core Duties: • Perform the full spectrum of sterile techniques, setting up surgical trays, preparing and draping patients for surgery, and assisting with post-operative dressings.• Ensure surgical packs are cleaned and packed for sterilization after every procedure, to include restocking surgical supplies.• Maintain a clean, safe environment for the patient either by active participation in the cleaning of clinical spaces, operating rooms, and medical equipment, or by guiding other personnel in the environmental maintenance. Additional Duties: • Perform a full range of surgical/operating room technician services to include performance as a scrub technician; pass instruments to surgeon and/or surgical assistants; assist circulating nurse to prepare patients for surgery and assists in preparation of patient’s operative site; assist the anesthesiologist; adjust lights and other equipment as directed; verify proper identification of patients and scheduled surgical procedure; review to ensure appropriate consent forms are complete; assist in positioning patient in prescribed position for surgery; and assist as directed in moving patient to and from the surgery site. • Count (with the circulating nurse) sponges, needles and instruments used during surgery and assist in clean-up of operating room using standard MTF policies. • Prepare operative specimens as directed, label and deliver them to the laboratory and move equipment to and from operating rooms as necessary for scheduled procedures. • Provide pick-up and delivery service for such items as blood gasses, supplies, specimens, and materials to support Operating Room needs. • Conduct inventory; determine need; orders, obtains, receives, and stores surgical supplies; and inspect and monitor stocking of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) crash cart. • Respond to CPR situations, acute respiratory problems and other emergencies as needed. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : • Degree: Certificate • Education: Graduate from Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or completion of a formal training program provided by any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) for surgical technicians, surgical technologists or operating room technicians. • Certification: Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or certified as a Tech-in-Surgery (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or possess a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician. • Experience :the HCW will possess a minimum of 1 year of full-time experience as a Surgical Technologist within the preceding 2 years, including experience assisting Main Operating Room surgeons (to include but not limited to OB/GYN, Orthopedic, Pediatric, and Urology). * Security : Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance. * Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA OR ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Pay Scale: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour, to be determined based on qualifications, experience, and location