Surgical Technologist – Neuro, Spine & Orthopedic
San Francisco, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

Location: San Francisco, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Evening (5x8 hours), 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (includes weekends in rotation)
Hours per Week: 40 hours

Job Description

• Assist in preparing for and during surgery by performing routine and delegated duties according to department and hospital standards to ensure quality patient care.
• Strong experience required in Neuro, Spine, and Orthopedic surgical services.
• Experience with Neuro, Spine, Ortho, and DaVinci surgical systems is required.
• On-call duties required.
• Occasional float to other campuses may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NBSTSA certification.
• Minimum 2 years of Certified Surgical Technologist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including SSN trace with all aliases, county searches, sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC Sanctions List, and Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks required as applicable.
• Education verification required unless highest education is high school.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law).
• TB screening questionnaire required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter.
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test required within 1 year of start and annually thereafter.
• Immunizations and titers required: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and seasonal flu vaccination during flu season.
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and annually.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start; annual renewal required.
• Color blindness exam required if applicable (in-person only).
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years required for clinical positions.
• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps; employment verification required for up to 7 years.

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (AHA or ARC).
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications as applicable (verify by position).
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and must be renewed annually.
• Medication and pharmacology competency exams as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some units.
• ICU & MS/Telemetry RNs at certain locations required to take EKG exam onsite after start.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility policies and job description prior to start, including standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, overpayment refund policy, and general regulatory orientation.
• Candidates requesting religious exemptions for facial hair or vaccines must complete specific exemption forms and obtain approval.
• Dress code policy must be reviewed prior to start.
• Photo for badge required for per diem employees.
• Personal or auto insurance required only for driving positions.

Additional Notes

• Candidates with positive TB history must provide a negative chest x-ray within 1 year of start.
• Candidates with failed fit tests due to facial hair must shave and retest; other failures require PAPR training.
• Candidates may start assignment while completing Hepatitis B vaccination series but must finish or sign declination.
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season unless 100% remote.
• Religious and medical exemptions for immunizations may be considered but declinations are not accepted.
• Attestations for employment gaps over 30 days require approval; gaps over 1 year without verification will result in contract cancellation.

This position is ideal for experienced Certified Surgical Technologists with strong Neuro, Spine, and Orthopedic surgical skills seeking a travel contract in a reputable California healthcare setting.