Surgical Technologist, Sacramento Ambulatory Surgical Center

Position Summary Pacific Sacramento Surgery Center, LLC (PSSC), a subsidiary of University of the Pacific, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the launch and ongoing operations of its new Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) in Sacramento, California. This role is ideal for a motivated and adaptable surgical professional who thrives in a growing, team-oriented environment focused on exceptional patient care, innovation, and clinical education. Essential Functions Participate in workflow development, regulatory readiness, including accreditation preparation and infection prevention practices. Prepare and maintain sterile operating rooms and surgical environments. Assist surgeons during procedures by anticipating instrumentation and supply needs. Perform instrument, sponge, and needle counts with circulating staff. Assemble, clean, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments and trays. Support OR setup, equipment readiness, and supply inventory management. Assist with onboarding, training, and collaboration across the clinical team. Maintain compliance with all ASC, safety, and accreditation standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Licenses High school graduate. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification. Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Experience One (1) year of experience in perioperative, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), OR, procedural, ambulatory, or related surgical setting. Preferred Qualifications Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) experience, or related surgical or procedural experience in dental, oral and maxillofacial surgery, head and neck surgery, ENT/Otolaryngology, facial and cosmetic surgery. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification. Foster a positive, collaborative, team-oriented environment. Display accountability, professionalism, openness, adaptability, creativity, and innovation. Utilize computers and electronic systems proficiently. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work Environment / Work Week / Travel Work is performed in the private office setting and all clinical areas of the ASC. OSHA Category I - high exposure to blood/body fluids. Some risk of injury from equipment or patient movement. Exposure to hazardous chemicals; Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; minimal travel may be required. Hiring Range $31.30 - $45.00 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, and market considerations are considered when extending an offer. Background Check Statement All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring or in the provision of employment benefits on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of the Pacific