Surgical Tech
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. The role helps ensure that the operating room is safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted in conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists apply expertise in sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and the tools and technologies used to support invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The role assists with various surgical operations, provides technically skilled duties serving as first assist, demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique, and collects, organizes, and enters information into the patient scheduling application. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts. On-call responsibilities may be directed, and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town may be needed. Safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, may be required for infection prevention.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
- Registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Technologist in accordance with Virginia Code §54.1-2956.12.
- Maintain a national surgical technologist certification, such as NBSTSA CST, or meet another Virginia Board-approved pathway, including military training, a DOL-registered apprenticeship, or applicable grandfathering criteria.
- Provide proof of compliance prior to hire and maintain active registration throughout employment.
- Ability to create and maintain a sterile field.
- Knowledge of specialized instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure materials.
- Ability to understand and carry out instructions provided in writing, orally, or in diagram form.
- Ability to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology.
- Computer skills.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of constant standing, frequent walking, bending and stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; use Safe Handling Equipment for weights over 35 pounds.
- Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Surgical Technologist experience.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse.
- Help maintain a safe operating room environment and ensure equipment functions properly.
- Assist with various types of surgical operations, providing technically skilled duties and serving as first assist.
- Demonstrate knowledge of instrumentation and sterile and aseptic technique.
- Collect, organize, and enter information into the patient scheduling application.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to identify and resolve unit issues.
- Keep co-workers and intra-operative staff informed of updates and issues.
- Follow written instructions as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Fulfill on-call responsibilities as directed and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
