Job Description
Join our award-winning surgical team at Kern Medical Center, Bakersfield's leading healthcare provider. We're seeking a meticulous Surgical Technologist to support life-saving procedures in our state-of-the-art operating rooms. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a trauma-level 1 facility.
As a key member of our perioperative services, you'll collaborate with top-tier surgeons and nurses in a fast-paced environment. We offer specialized training, flexible scheduling, and recognition for excellence in patient care. Become part of our mission to deliver exceptional surgical outcomes to Kern County residents.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms and sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies
- Maintain sterile environments and implement infection control protocols
- Handle surgical equipment and sterilization processes
- Document procedural details and maintain equipment logs
- Collaborate with anesthesia and nursing teams for patient safety
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 1-year OR experience preferred
- BLS certification from American Heart Association
- Knowledge of sterile processing and surgical instrumentation
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure situations
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities