Travel Surgical Tech in San Diego, CA

Surgical Tech
Location: San Diego, CA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Surgical Scrub Technician

Location

San Diego, CA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and unit support activities within the operating room suite
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures by anticipating needs before and during each case, including assisting with dressings and/or cast application at procedure end
• Pick cases following physician preference cards and update surgeon preference cards per established processes
• Perform and document accurate surgical counts, including towel clips, Allis, and Ednas per procedure; ensure accountability for complete instrument trays and report any exceptions
• Identify problems and take appropriate action independently to support department objectives and improve quality of care
• Participate in teaching and contribute to department improvement through process recommendations and cost-containment suggestions

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience as a scrub person in a hospital setting
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required
• Strong proficiency in orthopedic, neurological, and robotic surgical procedures
• Ability to comply with all regulatory requirements including mandatory training, TB testing, safety, compliance, and HIPAA training within established timeframes

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Completion of an approved Operating Room Technician program or demonstrated technical skills through on-the-job training
• Scrub Tech Certification (CST or equivalent)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic operating room environment with exposure to a broad range of complex surgical specialties
• Join a team committed to high standards of patient safety and quality care