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Sr. Surgical Technologist - OR (East Bay)

UCSF (incl. UCSF Health)

Oakland, CA · Posted October 19, 2026

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About the job

**The shift for this position is 6:45am-7:15pm @ 3x's/week**

**This position requires flexibility to work across various UCSF Medical Center locations, including Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland and Walnut Creek. **

The Senior Surgical Technologist is a key member of the operating room team at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland and Walnut Creek. Working in a high‑tech, multidisciplinary environment, the Sr. Surgical Technologist will select and set up instruments, maintain a sterile field, troubleshoot equipment, and serve as a resource for other technologists while upholding UCSF’s Living PRIDE standards of professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence.

Select and set up instruments and equipment required for each surgical procedure

Pass surgeon instruments and sterile supplies throughout the operation

Maintain a sterile environment for the duration of the case

Collaborate with interdisciplinary and nursing teams to ensure seamless workflow

Troubleshoot and assist with implementation of new surgical equipment and technology

Provide coverage and orientation at all UCSF Medical Center locations as needed

Follow UCSF Living PRIDE service excellence guidelines in all patient and staff interactions

Adhere to safety, infection control, and privacy policies, including PHI protection

Manage surgical supplies and ensure proper inventory control

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental metrics

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Required Qualifications:

Two years recent scrubbing clinical experience in an acute care operating room

Recent cardiac experience (within last two years)

Active American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Certification for healthcare providers

High School Diploma; or equivalent experience

Graduate of a surgical technologist training program; or equivalent experience

The flexibility to work and orient at all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Requirements:

Certification as a Surgical Technologist.

Pediatric experience desired

License/Certifications:

Active American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Certification for healthcare providers