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Medical Assistant / Surgical Technician

Tracy, CA · On-site

$1.0K/wk

Medical Assistant and Surgical Technician (Patient Care Coordination) Established Private Surgical ... Guide patients through the preoperative process * Review instructions, required testing ...

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Private Surgery Center

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Medical Assistant / Surgical Technician

Tracy, CA · On-site

$1.0K/wk

Medical Assistant and Surgical Technician (Patient Care Coordination) Established Private Surgical ... Guide patients through the preoperative process * Review instructions, required testing ...

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Training provided

Private Surgery Center

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Medical Assistant / Surgical Technician

Tracy, CA · On-site

$1.0K/wk

Medical Assistant and Surgical Technician (Patient Care Coordination) Established Private Surgical ... Guide patients through the preoperative process * Review instructions, required testing ...

Urgent

Training provided

Private Surgery Center

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Medical Assistant / Surgical Technician

Tracy, CA · On-site

$1.0K/wk

Medical Assistant and Surgical Technician (Patient Care Coordination) Established Private Surgical ... Guide patients through the preoperative process * Review instructions, required testing ...

Urgent

Training provided

Artemis Professionals, LLC

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Surgery Scheduler

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Keep patients informed throughout the process and serve as a reliable resource for questions about preparation, costs, scheduling, and what to expect. * Keep multiple surgical cases moving forward ...

NVISION Eye Centers

Surgical Coordinator

La Mesa, CA · On-site

$60K - $79K/yr

Maintain proactive communication with patients throughout the surgical process. * Place and manage intraocular lens (IOL) orders while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Coordinate surgical ...

NVISION Eye Centers

Surgical Coordinator

La Mesa, CA · On-site

$52K/yr

Maintain proactive communication with patients throughout the surgical process. * Place and manage intraocular lens (IOL) orders while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Coordinate surgical ...

NVISION Eye Centers

Surgical Coordinator

La Mesa, CA

$52K/mo

Maintain proactive communication with patients throughout the surgical process. * Place and manage intraocular lens (IOL) orders while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Coordinate surgical ...

NVISION Eye Centers

Surgical Coordinator

La Mesa, CA

$60K - $79K/yr

Maintain proactive communication with patients throughout the surgical process. * Place and manage intraocular lens (IOL) orders while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Coordinate surgical ...

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How much do surgical processor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for surgical processor in California is $16.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surgical processor?

Surgical processors, also known as sterile processing technicians or central service technicians, are healthcare professionals responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment. They play a critical role in preventing infections by ensuring that all instruments used in surgeries and medical procedures are properly decontaminated and safe for patient use. Surgical processors work behind the scenes in hospitals, clinics, and surgical centers, following strict protocols to maintain a sterile environment. Their work is essential to the safety and success of surgical procedures.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a surgical processor?

To thrive as a Surgical Processor, you need a solid understanding of sterile processing, instrument decontamination, and infection control, often supported by a high school diploma and certification such as CRCST. Familiarity with sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and industry-standard protocols is typically required. Attention to detail, organization, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for maintaining workflow and preventing errors. These qualifications and skills ensure surgical instruments are safe and ready for procedures, directly impacting patient safety and operating room efficiency.

What challenges might a surgical processor face in their daily work and how can they be addressed?

Surgical Processors often work in fast-paced environments where attention to detail is critical. Common challenges include managing high volumes of surgical instruments, ensuring strict adherence to sterilization protocols, and dealing with time-sensitive demands from the operating room. To address these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, stay updated on the latest sterilization standards, and communicate effectively with surgical teams. Continuous training and teamwork can help ensure instruments are processed accurately and efficiently, reducing the risk of errors.

What is the difference between Surgical Processor vs Surgical Technician?

AspectSurgical ProcessorSurgical Technician
CertificationsTypically requires certification such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)Often requires CST or equivalent certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, sterile processing departmentsOperating rooms, surgical departments, sterile processing
Primary ResponsibilitiesCleaning, sterilizing surgical instruments, preparing suppliesAssisting during surgeries, passing instruments, maintaining sterile field
Industry UsageUsed in hospitals and surgical facilities for instrument sterilizationUsed in surgical settings for assisting surgeons and handling instruments

While both Surgical Processors and Surgical Technicians work in surgical environments and require similar certifications, Surgical Processors focus primarily on sterilizing and preparing surgical instruments, whereas Surgical Technicians assist directly during surgeries. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job role within the surgical field.

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Infographic showing various Surgical Processor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,040 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

Surgery Processor

PIONEERS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT

Brawley, CA • On-site

$20.21 - $23.46/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

SUMMARY:    

The Surgery Processor pre-admits Inpatient, elective Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery, and 24 Hour Observation patients.  Obtains insurance information for verification and authorization on surgery, as well as 24-hour observation patients.  Interviews incoming patients or their representatives and prepares registration forms for signatures.  Is responsible for patient demographic information that is accurate and complete.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Registers Inpatient & Outpatient Surgery and 24 Hour Observation patients.
    1. Obtains information required for verification of insurance, workers’ compensation, Medicare, MediCal, or any other third party payer.
    2. Obtains necessary signatures on registration forms. 
    3. Verifies insurance benefits and obtains authorization for scheduled procedures.
    4. Inform patients of benefits determination and their financial responsibility.  Advise patients of expected deposits. Coordinates with the Financial Services department patients with problems on financial arrangements.  
    5. Requests copies of TARs from Physicians’ offices and reviews information on the TARs for accuracy.
    6. Reports to review organization upon admission and or pre-admissions in a timely manner for hospital notification 
    7. Assists the Anesthesiologist in obtaining billing information.
  2. Acts as back up for Insurance Verifiers in their absence or may perform other related duties within the department to facilitate workflow and to promote healthcare for our customers.
  3. Utilizes the HIS Affinity system to its full capacity.   Makes changes in the computer on billing information as requested by Insurance Verifiers and the Department Manager.
  4. Keeps accurate records on all patients, under scope of responsibility, which includes keeping accurate information on account activity; provides appropriate file documentation as needed to maintain accurate records on patients’ account financial status.  
  5. Demonstrates an understanding of Admission Policies and Procedures in performing job duties and instructing patients and hospital personnel.   Routinely uses Admissions Policy and Procedure manual and other reference materials.
  6. Provides quality control feedback as it relates to the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of other departments as it relates to the admission and billing process.
  7. Responsible for reporting the status of all accounts under scope of responsibility.  This includes the timely response to all requests and inquiries by the Department Coordinators or Manager.
  8. Performs general clerical functions:  answers telephones, types, compiles necessary reports and maintains filing systems for information needed to complete work within the department.    
  9. Coordinates patients on Pre-surgical instructions and arrival times.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Customer Service: Promotes a positive patient experience, interfacility as well towards interdepartmental relation in a caring environment 
  2. Is responsible for maintaining confidentiality of patients, services rendered and financial or demographic information. 
  3. Balances cash drawers, accepts payments, and generates receipts for patients & guarantors.
  4. Performs similar job related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: none

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE: 

 

  1. High school education or equivalent experience.   Experience in a patient registration, medical office or health insurance environment.
  2. Mathematical ability required to review statistical data on various financial records.
  3. Strong clerical background is necessary, 10 key adding machine, typing experience, and computer friendliness is required.  
  4. Understanding and ability to apply medical terminology. 
  5. Bilingual (English/Spanish) 

 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: none

AGE OF POPULATION SERVED:

Newborn  Infant/Pediatric  Adolescent  Adult  Geriatric  All X No Patient Care X

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours.  Visual and hearing acuity pertinent to communicating with customers.

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