Surgical Tech

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Surgical Technologist certification is preferred

Other Requirements:

• 1-2 years’ experience working as a surgical technologist
• Continuing in-services and educations program required
• Current Basic Life Support certificate required
• Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment