Job Description
Join our elite surgical team at San Jose Medical Center, where innovation meets compassionate care. We're seeking a meticulous Surgical Technologist to support life-saving procedures in our state-of-the-art operating rooms. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, continuing education stipends, and a collaborative environment that values your expertise. Your impact will shape patient outcomes while advancing your career in California's premier healthcare hub.
Responsibilities
- Prepare sterile surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for complex procedures
- Assist surgeons during operations by passing instruments and maintaining sterile fields
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before/after procedures
- Operate sterilization equipment and maintain inventory of surgical supplies
- Document perioperative activities accurately in electronic health records
- Collaborate with anesthesia and nursing teams to ensure seamless surgical workflows
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent credential required
- Minimum 2 years of recent operating room experience
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Knowledge of sterile processing and surgical instrumentation
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts including weekends