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Surgical Technician II

Sutter Health

Novato, CAFull-time$56.3–78.81/hrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$56.3–78.81/hr
Location
Novato, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS Healthcare Provider

Job overview

The Surgical Technician II prepares the sterile field and instruments for surgical operations, assists surgeons with gowning and gloving, and drapes patients. During procedures, the technician supports the surgical team by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating surgeons’ needs. The role also includes distributing supplies, maintaining and testing equipment, and may involve performing specific procedures or orienting other staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Surgical Tools and EquipmentSurgical ProceduresData InterpretationHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyMedical TerminologyWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizationMicrosoft Office SuitePrioritizationIndependent WorkTeamworkProblem SolvingCollaboration

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAccredited Surgical Technology Program or Military TrainingBLS Healthcare ProviderSurgical Technician Certification1 Year Recent Relevant Experience

Full job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

NCH-Novato Community Hospital

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:

  • HS Diploma or GED

  • Other: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (or has certification that evidences education)

  • OR Military training as a scrub tech

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

  • Surgical Technician Certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) is required to be eligible for incentive

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

  • 1 year of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.

  • Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

  • Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

  • Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

  • Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

  • General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

  • Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

  • Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

  • Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

  • Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

12

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

36

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $56.30 to $78.81 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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 820 open Surgical Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$56.3–78.81/hr
  • California median$37–57/hr67 hourly ranges
  • US median$30–43/hr381 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $67.56/hr, is 44% above the California median midpoint ($47/hr) — in the top quarter of Surgical Technician hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 126 open Surgical Technician jobs in California and 820 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Surgical Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (451 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 294 of the 820 open Surgical Technician jobs (36%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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