Surgical Tech Certified

commonspirit· Surgery
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

Founded in 1923, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is a 389-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. Additionally, St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and received a Healthgrades 5-Star Award for Heart Failure in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech, you'll be an integral surgical team member, providing skilled assistance for safe, efficient procedures critical to patient outcomes.Every day you will prepare the OR (instruments, equipment, supplies) and assist surgeons/nurses by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and maintaining the sterile field. You'll count items, handle specimens, assist with patient positioning, and adhere strictly to aseptic technique.To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong sterile technique knowledge, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and a steadfast commitment to patient safety are essential.

  • Demonstrates the ability to safely and competently perform tasks, skills, duties, procedures and responsibilities according to Medical Center Policy and Procedure. Including, but not limited to:
  • Demonstrates ability to assess/interpret age-specific data.
  • Encourages involvement of patient/family/significant other in decision making related to plan of care.
  • Knowledge and Skills
  • Demonstrates the ability to relate fundamentals of anatomy and physiology to surgical intervention by using appropriate instruments and equipment.
  • Performs as a surgical technician by anticipating the surgeon's needs and providing the appropriate instrumentation and assistance.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or previous experience as a scrub technician
  • Three (3) years CVOR experience 
  • Certified Surgical Technologist or
  • Technologist in Surgery-Certified
  • Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

  • High School Graduate or GED

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this Surgical Tech Certified role at commonspirit is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Surgical Tech Certified role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Surgical Tech Certified role in the Surgery department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Surgical Tech Certified at commonspirit belong to?
This Surgical Tech Certified position is part of the Surgery department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Surgical Tech Certified position at commonspirit?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to commonspirit's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Surgical Tech Certified job at commonspirit posted?
This Surgical Tech Certified position at commonspirit was posted on Jun 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Surgical Tech Certified
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