Job Description
Join our elite surgical team at Valley Surgical Institute in Fresno, CA! We're seeking a highly skilled Surgical Technologist for an immediate full-time position in our state-of-the-art operating rooms. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with renowned surgeons in a fast-paced environment where your expertise makes a life-saving difference every day. Perfect for candidates ready to hit the ground running in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and arranging surgical instruments
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and maintaining sterile fields
- Monitor patient vital signs and document surgical events accurately
- Manage inventory of surgical supplies and equipment
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and infection control protocols
- Collaborate with anesthesia and nursing teams for seamless patient care
- Transport patients to and from operating rooms safely
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent credential
- Minimum 1 year of recent operating room experience
- Proficiency in sterilization techniques and instrument handling
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure emergency situations
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures across specialties
- Valid BLS/CPR certification
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs