Surgical Technologist Jobs in California
Surgical Technologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in large acute-care hospital systems, trauma centers, and outpatient surgery centers, with openings at every level from recent program graduates through senior scrub technologists. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area, where major systems like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health consistently maintain surgical technologist positions across dozens of facilities. Cardiovascular, orthopedic, and robotic-assisted surgery are the specialties drawing the strongest California demand right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler seeks a Surgical Technologist for an inpatient surgery position at a Level II trauma center requiring at least 1 year of recent hospital experience.
Details
- Inpatient main OR setting within a Level II trauma center
- May float to the outpatient Same Day Surgery center as needed
- 10-hour shifts with varied days off, possibly including weekends
- No call requirements
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of recent hospital experience as a Surgical Technologist, or graduate of an accredited Operating Room Technician course
- BLS certification required
- License required if applicable
Additional Information
- Level II trauma center work environment
- Position may require floating to outpatient surgery settings during lower census periods
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Variable, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler seeks a Surgical Technologist for an inpatient surgery position at a Level II trauma center requiring at least 1 year of recent hospital experience.
Details
- Inpatient main OR setting within a Level II trauma center
- May float to the outpatient Same Day Surgery center as needed
- 10-hour shifts with varied days off, possibly including weekends
- No call requirements
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of recent hospital experience as a Surgical Technologist, or graduate of an accredited Operating Room Technician course
- BLS certification required
- License required if applicable
Additional Information
- Level II trauma center work environment
- Position may require floating to outpatient surgery settings during lower census periods
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surgical technologist jobs across California.
- Active CST certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
- Completion of an accredited surgical technology program recognized in California
- Minimum one to two years of scrubbing experience across multiple surgical specialties
- Demonstrated proficiency in sterile technique and instrument handling in an OR setting
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association required at time of hire
- Familiarity with robotic-assisted surgical platforms such as the da Vinci system preferred
Surgical Technologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a surgical technologist in California?
The standard path is completing an accredited surgical technology program, typically at a California community college or vocational school, followed by earning Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credentials through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. California does not issue a separate state license for surgical technologists, but most hospital employers require the CST. Programs at institutions like Foothill College and Sacramento City College are well established entry points.
How much do surgical technologists make in California?
Surgical technologists in California earn a median of about $81,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,140 for the lowest 10% to over $115,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire surgical technologists in California?
Employers hiring surgical technologists in California right now include American Traveler, TriasMD, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and standalone ambulatory surgery centers tend to hire continuously, making them reliable sources of openings across the state's major metropolitan areas.
Which California cities have the most surgical technologist jobs?
San Diego, Bakersfield, and Los Angeles consistently lead California for surgical technologist openings. Los Angeles carries the volume given the concentration of major trauma centers, academic medical centers, and specialty hospitals in the region, while San Diego's military and research hospital presence and the Bay Area's large integrated systems like Kaiser and Sutter drive strong demand in those metros as well.
Are there remote surgical technologist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Surgical technologists work in sterile OR environments and perform hands-on scrubbing duties that cannot be done remotely, so the role is almost entirely on-site by nature. About 6% of surgical technologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to be limited to clinical coordination, training, or equipment consultation roles.
How can I get hired as a surgical technologist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate surgical technologist positions or surgical technologist trainee programs at large California hospital systems such as Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health, which periodically hire candidates directly from accredited programs. Lateral moves from roles like surgical technician, sterile processing technician, or OR aide within the same health system are also a common bridge, and holding an active CST credential before graduation gives candidates a clear competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to surgical technologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialty preferences and apply directly through each listing.
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