CVOR Surgical Technologist
San Francisco, California
Sutter Health CPMC Mission Bernal Campus

Job Title

Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

Location

San Francisco, California

Employment Type

Travel/Contract

Contract Length

13 weeks

Specialty

Surgical Services

Job Description

• Assist in preparing for and during surgery by performing routine and delegated duties according to department and hospital standards and policies to ensure quality patient care.
• Focus areas include cardiac, spine, robotics, and vascular surgeries.

Shift Details

• 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (40 hours/week)
• Variable start times between 6:45 AM and 1:00 PM
• Weekends included in schedule rotation
• On-call required

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or NBSTSA certification
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent qualification
• Experience as a Cardiac Sonographer
• Experience as a Vascular Technologist

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including social security trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC Sanctions List, Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List checks 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 California law)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including clearance for work and any work restrictions documented
• Fit test for approved masks within 1 year of start, renewed annually (with accommodations for religious exemptions or failed tests)
• Immunizations and titers required: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years), Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu seasonal vaccination during flu season
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start, renewed annually
• Color vision exam required if applicable (in-person exam only)
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps; employment verification required for up to 7 years

Certifications and Competencies

• CST licensure (NBSTSA)
• BLS (AHA)
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, CCRN, TNCC, or others may be required depending on position specifics (verify with manager)
• Unit-specific skills checklist required, renewed annually
• Medication/pharmacology competency exams as applicable

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility policies and documents prior to start, including standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, dress code, and regulatory orientation
• TB screening questionnaire signed by candidate and healthcare provider (MD, PA, NP/APN, DO, or RN) within 90 days of start
• Conditional offers and background check attestations handled on a case-by-case basis; no conditional clearances allowed at certain facilities
• Religious exemption requests for facial hair and vaccines require approval and specific documentation

Additional Notes

• Onsite EKG exam required for ICU and MS/Telemetry RNs at certain locations (not applicable here but noted for context)
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Must comply with all background, health, and facility-specific documentation and training requirements before start date