Stanford Health Care·Redwood City, California
The Surgical Technologist prepares instrumentation and materials for the surgical field and assists surgeons by passing equipment during procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining sterile techniques, performing surgical counts, and providing guidance to lower-level technicians.
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Rotating - 10 Hour (United States of America)
Have experience in sport medicine surgeries.
This is a Stanford Health Care job.
A Brief Overview The Surgical Technologist acts as a member of the surgical team in providing patient care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. Prepare the appropriate instrumentation and materials for use on the surgical field, passing instruments to the surgeon during the procedure, room turnover and may act as a resource or preceptor in assigned service when requested.
What you will do
Acts as a precept to team and provides guidance to lower level STs as needed.
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments, supplies and equipment in a timely manner.
Applies previous experience and knowledge when dealing with new surgical procedures.
Communicates in a positive, clear and concise manner to all members of the surgical team.
Correctly selects and utilizes sterilization methods appropriate to specific instrument, supply or equipment.
Demonstrates ability to provide appropriate care based on the needs of the individual taking into consideration age, culture, and developmental issues.
Handles specimens and medications using correct technique and according to departmental policy and procedure.
Maintains sterile technique as well as sterile instruments, supplies and equipment.
Monitors and communicates to surgical team members breaks in technique and unsafe patient situations.
Performs the necessary surgical counts on sharps, small items, instruments and sponges with the circulating nurse prior to opening, during, and after closing the incision.
Prepares the surgical field by opening correct supplies and preparing instruments and equipment needed for the scheduled case. Assures all materials are available and in working order and verifies own skill in using equipment correctly.
Utilize knowledge of normal/abnormal anatomy and physiology, anticipates and responds to needs of surgeons by requesting instruments/supplies based on procedure and case progress.
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Generally starting at $53.41 - $60.15 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
Candidates must have completed a formal Surgical Technology program and possess at least two years of experience. BLS certification is required, and CST certification is preferred.
Market context
California surgical technologists are often in steady demand in hospital operating rooms, especially in orthopedic and sports medicine settings where procedure volume and turnover matter. This role is competitive because it asks for a formal Surgical Technology program, at least two years of experience, BLS, and preferred CST certification; the job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your case experience and certification status before submitting.
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