Operating Room Surgical Technologist
Bakersfield, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Surgical Technologist Travel Job - California, Bakersfield

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to work in a fast-paced acute care operating room environment. The role requires strong knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic technique, and the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and post-procedure phases.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Shift: Mid (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Hours: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with patient transfer, positioning, and verification prior to surgery.
• Prepare and open surgical supplies and equipment.
• Perform surgical scrub and maintain sterile technique.
• Conduct instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with RN.
• Assist with draping and establishing sterile field.
• Participate in surgical site and patient verification during Time-Out Universal Protocol.
• Anticipate and prepare additional instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Pass medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions as needed.
• Hold retractors/instruments and assist with suctioning and cutting sutures.
• Operate and coordinate robotic arms/instruments during endoscopic surgery.
• Prepare sterile dressings and handle specimens according to policy.
• Clean and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Assist with turnover cleaning of surgical suite.
• Monitor patient comfort and assist in maintaining normothermia.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in quality improvement practices.
• Assist with patient transport to post-anesthesia unit.
• Demonstrate clinical knowledge across all patient age groups (newborn to geriatric).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Experience in an acute care setting
• Surgical Technician Certification or certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge and experience with robotics
• Knowledge of vascular surgery
• Strong understanding and application of surgical technology principles

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Strong working knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Validated competencies in all designated surgical sub-specialties.
• Surgical trauma experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain sterile field and uphold surgical technology principles.
• Understanding of legal, ethical, and moral responsibilities in surgical settings.

This position is ideal for a Surgical Technologist with solid acute care OR experience seeking a travel assignment in California.