Operating Room Assistant

Job TitleSurgical TechnicianDutiesCheck patient's chart, surgical consent, and identification band for completeness.Perform sponge, needle, and sharps count during various periods of all surgical procedures.Select and pass instruments and equipment to the surgeon during surgical procedures by anticipating the surgeon's needs.Select, assemble, and organize required supplies (setup, connect, test, operate drills, saws, etc.) and instruments for surgical procedures.Prepare and maintain a sterile field.Provide direct surgical support of a highly specialized nature to patients undergoing surgery, including the newest and most complex, state-of-the-art procedures in multi-specialties in the Operating Room, including robotic surgery. US Department of War