Surgical Technologist Jobs in California

A Surgical Technologist, also known as a Surgical Tech or Operating Room Technician, is an integral part of the surgical team in the med tech industry. Their primary responsibility is to assist doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals during surgical procedures. Surgical Technologists prepare the operating room, ensuring all necessary equipment and surgical tools are sterilized and readily available. They also assist during the operation by passing instruments to surgeons, holding organs in place, or using retractors. After the surgery, they may help dress wounds and transfer patients to recovery rooms.

Important skills for a Surgical Technologist include strong attention to detail, the ability to work well under pressure, good physical stamina for long surgeries, and excellent hand-eye coordination. In addition to these skills, Surgical Technologists usually need to hold a certification. The most common certifications are the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting and the Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing. Prior to becoming a Surgical Technologist, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), a Medical Assistant, or even work in medical equipment sterilization, to gain experience in the medical field.

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Travel Surgical Technologist (CST)

  • Sonora, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Travel Surgical Technologist Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Sonora, CA Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist for a 13 week travel assignment...

Travel Allied-Surgical Tech, CVOR

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Surgical Tech - CVOR We are seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist specializing in Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) procedures....

Travel Allied-Surgical Tech, PEDS CVOR

  • Orange, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Surgical Technologist Pediatric Cardiovascular Operating Room (PEDS CVOR) Join our team as a specialized Surgical Technologist in the Pediatric Cardiovascular Operating Room (PEDS CVOR), where you will...

Travel Allied-Surgical Tech, OR

  • Ventura, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 6 days ago

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room (OR) If you are a detail-oriented professional passionate about supporting surgical teams, join us as a Surgical Technologist....

Travel Surgical Technologist - Adult Cardiothoracic $2226/wk

  • Escondido, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 5 days ago

To apply as a surgical technologist with Nomad, you must have an active National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting- or National Center for Competency Testing-issued certification or...

OB Surgical Technician - Labor and Delivery P/T Days

  • Torrance, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications: Upon hire: Certification in Surgical Technology. 2 years experience in Operating Room or related experience (Surgicenter, Obstetrical Unit). Why Join Providence?...

Lead Surgical Tech Full-Time

  • San Pedro, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Pedro, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Required Qualifications: Successfully completed training as a surgical technician at an accredited school Upon hire: National Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology...

OR Tech - CVOR

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Description: As a CVOR Tech, you'll be an important part of the cardiovascular operating room team....

Surgical Tech

  • Sonora, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Description: As an Operating Room Technician, also sometimes called Surgical Technologists, you are an important part of the operating room team....

Surgical Technician

  • Auburn, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Auburn, CA
  • 3 hours ago

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE CST-Certified Surgical Technologist BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN: Acute care experience preferred....

Surgical Tech

  • Roseville, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Description: As an Operating Room Technician, also sometimes called Surgical Technologists, you are an important part of the operating room team....

Surg Tech, Surgery

  • Pomona, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary: The Surgery Technician I is responsible for setting up the operating room for each surgery....

Sterile Processing Technician - Operating Room (OR)

  • Concord, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 4 hours ago

$1,310.40 - $1,456.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

Certified Surg Tech Travel Job

  • Sonora, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Setting: Hospital Jackson HealthPros is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist to expertly assist physicians and nurses in the operating room during surgical procedures, ensuring the...

Per Diem/PRN Surgical Technologist - $22-29 per hour

  • Fresno, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Community Medical Centers is seeking a per diem/prn Surgical Technologist for a per diem/prn job in Fresno, California....

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Salary for Surgical Technologist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Surgical Technologists in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
27.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.3%
Bachelor's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
17.6%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Surgical Technologists in California
Less than 1 year
39.6%
1-2 years
37.4%
None
17.8%
2-4 years
5.2%


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