Surgical Tech

Job Location: Chattanooga, TN 37421. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsibilities Prepare and organize operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies 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 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. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: Surgical Technologist certification is required. Other Requirements: 1-2 years’ experience working as a surgical technologist. Continuing in‑services and education program mandatory. Current Basic Life Support certificate required. Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr