OR Surgical Technologist (CST)
San Francisco, CA
Prime Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days, Evenings

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join our surgical services team. The Surgical Technologist plays a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile technique, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and assisting throughout a variety of complex surgical cases. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in multiple surgical specialties and excel in a fast-paced operating room environment.

Assignment Details

• Position: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
• Schedule: 4 x 10-Hour Variable Shifts
• Shift Start Times: Between 6:45 AM – 1:00 PM
• Contract: Travel Assignment
• Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends
• On-Call: Required

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms by ensuring all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and sterile.
• Assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff during surgical procedures.
• Maintain strict sterile technique and infection prevention standards throughout each procedure.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team by passing instruments, sutures, and supplies efficiently.
• Perform surgical counts before, during, and after procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Prepare, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assist with patient positioning, surgical site preparation, and room turnover between cases.
• Maintain accurate documentation according to hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Minimum Requirements

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA (Required)
• Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of recent Surgical Technologist experience
• Strong knowledge of aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room protocols

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following specialties are highly preferred:

• Vascular Surgery
• Transplant Surgery
• Ophthalmology
• Spine Surgery
• Robotic Surgery
• Cardiac Surgery