Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech

Surgical Technologist

Under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technician is responsible for the care and safety of the patient during surgical procedures. The Surgical Technician provides technical assistance in the Operating Room and has knowledge relative to the ages of the patients served. Essential job functions include preparing the room with the nursing staff for surgical procedures in a timely and organized manner. The technician correctly practices the principles of asepsis. They are responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing all equipment in the Operating Room and Endoscopic Lab. The technician coordinates care of the patient with the RN Circulator. They stock and replace surgical items and prepare inventory sheets. Maintaining a sterile field during surgical procedures is a critical responsibility. The Surgical Technician assists the physician during surgical procedures and has the correct instrumentation organized and available. They follow verbal physician orders in the operating suite. Handling surgical specimens is part of the job. The technician compiles the necessary equipment on the surgical field. They are responsible for timely documentation of unusual occurrence reports and other departmental forms as required. Performing CPR as needed is an essential function of the role. The technician correctly and proficiently uses all applicable instruments and equipment. They clean and wrap instruments for sterilization. Transporting patients to and from the Operating Room is part of their duties. The Surgical Technician monitors surgical equipment, maintenance, and repairs. They complete duties as technical scrub in the Operating Room. Preparing the room and equipment for Endoscopy procedures is also required. A cooperative disposition within the Operating Room is necessary. Other duties may be assigned as required.