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Los Gatos Surgical Center

Surgical Tech PRN

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$37.83 - $60.15/hr

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Los Gatos Surgical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications Under ...

Los Gatos Surgical Center

Surgical Tech PRN

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$37.83 - $60.15/hr

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Los Gatos Surgical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications Under ...

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How much do surgical center jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average weekly pay for surgical center in the United States is $1,882.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,403.85 and $2,307.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgical center administrator?

To thrive as a Surgical Center Administrator, you need expertise in healthcare management, knowledge of regulatory standards, and a relevant bachelor's or master's degree, often in healthcare administration or a related field. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, facility management software, and compliance certification such as CASC (Certified Administrator Surgery Center) is typical. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help ensure smooth operations and effective team coordination. These skills are crucial for maintaining patient safety, regulatory compliance, and high-quality surgical care in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working in a surgical center, and how can they be addressed?

Staff in a surgical center often encounter challenges such as managing fast-paced schedules, maintaining strict infection control protocols, and ensuring seamless communication among multidisciplinary teams. Adapting quickly to changing surgical priorities and supporting patient safety can be demanding, but these challenges are typically addressed through thorough training, clear protocols, and regular team briefings. Collaboration and effective time management are essential, and many centers support their staff with ongoing professional development and quality improvement initiatives.

What is a surgical center?

A surgical center, also known as an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), is a healthcare facility focused on providing same-day surgical care, including diagnostic and preventive procedures. These centers are equipped to perform surgeries that do not require hospital admission, allowing patients to recover at home. Surgical centers are typically more cost-effective and convenient than hospitals, with specialized staff and equipment for a variety of procedures. Common surgeries performed at these centers include orthopedic, ophthalmologic, and gastrointestinal procedures.

What is the difference between Surgical Center vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectSurgical CenterSurgical Technologist
CredentialsVaries; often includes RN, LPN, or specialized certificationsCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent
Work EnvironmentAmbulatory surgical facilities, hospitals, outpatient clinicsOperating rooms, surgical suites, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, outpatient surgery centers, clinicsSurgical teams within hospitals and outpatient centers
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While a Surgical Center is a facility where surgeries are performed, a Surgical Technologist is a trained professional who assists in surgeries within such facilities. The Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, sterilizes equipment, and supports surgeons during procedures. Both roles are essential in surgical settings, but they differ in responsibilities and credentials.

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Infographic showing various Surgical Center job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 82% Full Time, and 12% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $97,880 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

Patches West Surgical Center - Materials Management Coordinator

Regent Surgical

Richmond, TX • On-site

Full-time

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About Patches West Surgery Center
At Patches West, we specialize in providing exceptional surgical care to our youngest patients in a warm, child-centered environment. Located in Richmond, TX, our outpatient surgery center is dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality pediatric procedures - helping kids heal and get back to being kids.
About Regent Surgical Health
Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this vantage point, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership models that give both physicians and hospitals what they need to ensure long-term clinical and financial success.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Materials Management Manager is responsible for managing the inventory and procurement of supplies for the Center in collaboration with leadership, vendors, physicians, and team members to determine supply and material needs. The Materials Management Manager plays a key role in managing the Center's operating expenses and is responsible for arranging for all required repairs of equipment and surgical instruments.
Patches West Surgery Center is a pediatric outpatient center.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Order/purchase all supplies/equipment for the surgery center.
  • Ensure proper supplies, instruments, and equipment are available for surgeries and procedures using "just in time" methods to reduce inventory costs. Review schedules well in advance to foresee any unusual high or low demand of supplies.
  • Demonstrate appropriate response to changes and fluctuations in schedule to avoid delay in providing equipment and overstocking inventories.
  • Coordinate repairs of all surgical instruments/equipment; send instruments out to be repaired and arrange for loaner equipment to be provided by vendor.
  • Create and maintain purchase orders for all supplies and equipment purchased.
  • Develop and maintain working relationships with all vendors servicing the surgery center.
  • Create/update computerized preference cards for all physicians and procedures.
  • Enter all charges on patient charge sheets and provide final facility charge for patient billing.
  • Update supply costs and resultant charges in computer inventory system.
  • Match P.O.s, packing slips, and invoices to ensure accuracy of billings; submit all invoices to leadership for approval. Monitor all backorders and communicate with accounts payable to facilitate accurate payments. Report any discrepancies to Administrator before payment of invoices.
  • Transport delivered supplies and packages from shipping/receiving area to appropriate area of the surgery center.
  • Unload/unpack supplies from shipping cartons and stock supplies on supply shelves and in the OR, Recovery, and supply room areas.
  • Transport borrowed supplies to/from hospital and/or other surgery centers.
  • Participate in marketing, utilization and cost containment activities.
  • Ensure all equipment and instruments are functioning properly.
  • Maintain computerized inventory of all supplies, instruments, and equipment.
  • Assist leadership in budget preparation.
  • Utilize facility resources appropriately avoiding wasteful practices; reports wasteful practices.
  • Analyze work area and make recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate vendors to obtain appropriate equipment and supplies
  • Maintain current files, records and catalogs for equipment/sales representatives who service center.
  • Perform research of information and vendors to locate specialized equipment as requested by the medical staff and approved by the Center leadership.
  • Meet with vendor representatives to review new items available and changes in pricing
  • Maintain records of warranties and preventative maintenance requirements and contracts. Review frequently to determine timely records and documentation
  • Maintain supplies and records for biohazardous waste management
  • Maintain logs of linen supplies
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of materials management experience (preferably in a healthcare setting).
  • Knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.
  • Adept at various computer software applications including database software, spreadsheets, scheduling software, and MS Office Suite.
  • BLS certification (as required by individual ASC policy)

PREFERRED:
  • Surgical Technologist experience
  • Sterile Processing experience
  • ASC experience

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