Job Description
Join our elite surgical team at Valley Surgical Institute in Fresno, CA! We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified Surgical Technologists ready to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art facility. Be part of a nationally recognized team performing complex procedures across orthopedic, neuro, and general surgery specialties. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, continuing education stipends, and a collaborative environment where your expertise truly matters.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and arranging sterile instruments
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments, sutures, and supplies
- Maintain sterile fields and enforce aseptic protocols throughout surgical cases
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedures
- Operate surgical equipment including cameras, monitors, and sterilizers
- Document procedural activities in electronic health records
- Coordinate with sterile processing to ensure instrument availability
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 2 years of recent OR experience in acute care setting
- Knowledge of sterile processing standards and AORN guidelines
- Ability to anticipate surgeon needs during fast-paced procedures
- Strong understanding of surgical terminology and anatomy
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 25+ lbs