Operating Room Surgical Technologist
San Francisco, CAFull-timePosted 3 days agoStill listed 2 days ago
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Job overview
The Operating Room Surgical Technologist prepares the sterile field and supports the surgical team during operations by handling instruments, supplies, and equipment. The role also supports department functionality through supply distribution and equipment maintenance, testing, and setup. It requires a high school diploma or GED, surgical technology education or qualifying military training, BLS, and at least one year of recent, relevant experience.
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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization: CPMC-California Pacific Med Center - Mission Bernal Position Overview: Responsible for preparing the sterile field for surgical operations including the setup of sterile instruments, assisting surgeons in gowning and gloving, and draping patients for surgery. Directly supports the surgical team during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department. Job Description: Education
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or hold a certification that validates surgical technology education.
- Military scrub technician training accepted.
Certification & Licensure
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider required.
- Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) required to be eligible for certification incentive pay, if permitted under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of recent, relevant Surgical Technologist experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of surgical instruments, procedures, equipment, and surgical field requirements.
- Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- Ability to interpret written, verbal, diagrammatic, and scheduling instructions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with medical and non-medical audiences.
- Effective time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to identify and resolve routine issues using established policies and procedures.
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with healthcare providers and colleagues.
- Ability to meet deadlines and achieve objectives while following standardized procedures and scientific methods.
Job Shift: Varied Schedule: Per Diem/Casual Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: As Needed Benefits: No Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $0.00 to $0.00 / hour The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,788 open Surgical Technologist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$84–107K/yr67 salary ranges
- California median$41–54/hr70 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 123 open Surgical Technologist jobs in California and 2,788 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in California
- Kaiser Permanente32 open
- Sutter Health (this employer)23 open
- Dignity Health14 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Surgical Technologist postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (1,174 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 1,173 of the 2,788 open Surgical Technologist jobs (42%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.
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