Surgical Technician
About The Position
POSITION SUMMARY Position Summary: Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Assembles needed supplies/equipment before and during the surgical procedure while maintaining standards of care established for the patient scheduled for a surgical procedure. The surgical technician sets up the sterile field, assists with draping the patient, anticipates the surgeon's needs and hands sterile supplies and instruments to the surgeon and his/her assistant. Skillfully practices sterile technique. Takes assigned call. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education High school or equivalent Completion of an anatomy and physiology course preferred Minimum Experience On-the-job training
Requirements
- High school or equivalent
- On-the-job training
- BLS certification to be obtained within 90 days of employment
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an anatomy and physiology course preferred
- Certified Surgical Tech (CRT) certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Assembles needed supplies/equipment before and during the surgical procedure while maintaining standards of care established for the patient scheduled for a surgical procedure.
- Sets up the sterile field
- Assists with draping the patient
- Anticipates the surgeon's needs and hands sterile supplies and instruments to the surgeon and his/her assistant.
- Skillfully practices sterile technique.
- Takes assigned call.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
