Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist

The Surgical Technologist (ST) provides care to the surgical patient under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and in collaboration with the surgical team.

Essential Job Duties

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
• Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
• Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel
• Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
• Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
• Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment

Other Job Duties

• Supports the patient and surgical team by adapting to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Current Basic Life Support or obtain within 6 months of hire
• Ability to interact comfortably with patients, families, and staff during a stressful environment
• Certification as a surgical technologist preferred, or similar experience in practical nursing or an operating room or obtain within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working as a surgical technologist

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting; must be able to stand/walk for most of the work day; heavy lifting, must be able to lift packages up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to work paying close attention to detail with frequent interruptions
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment