Surgical Tech
About The Position
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 ability to assess/interpret age-specific data. Encourages involvement of patient/family/significant other in decision making related to plan of care.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED
- Successful completion of a certified surgical technician course or previous experience as a scrub technician
- AHA Basic Life Support - CPR
Responsibilities
- prepare the OR (instruments, equipment, supplies)
- assist surgeons/nurses by anticipating needs
- passing instruments
- maintaining the sterile field
- count items
- handle specimens
- assist with patient positioning
- adhere strictly to aseptic technique
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
