Surgical Technician (Surg Tech)

Surgical Technician (ST)

A ST (often called a scrub tech) works as a part of a surgical team in operating rooms as well as in the labor and delivery unit. Surg Tech's provide crucial support to a surgeon such as preparing for surgery, passing instruments, providing needed supplies such as sponges, receiving and containing tissue, and much more. Surg Tech's generally work in a hospital and/or outpatient clinic setting.

Education/Requirements:

• High school education is required to obtain a job as a ST, but they can also obtain an optional certification to make them a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).
• To become a CST, they must complete an exam through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NBSTSA).