Surgical Technologist

The Surgical Technologist I is a vital member of the surgical team, assisting with procedures in the Operating Room under the direction of a registered nurse and a surgeon. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

As a Surgical Technologist, you will be responsible for preparing the operating room, setting up equipment, and maintaining a sterile environment. You will also assist the surgeon and other team members during procedures, ensuring that all necessary instruments and supplies are available.

• Delivers direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital/departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and professional standards of care.
• Works directly with the RN to develop and implement an individualized, age-specific plan of care and evaluate its effectiveness.
• Assists the RN in reassessing the patient's condition and takes appropriate action as indicated or by unit-specific policy.
• Completes patient care-related activities within schedule time periods.
• Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation on O.R. Count Sheet as well as Surgical Site Identification/Verification Checklist.

• Functions as the scrub member of the surgical team.
• Obtains necessary instruments and supplies from Central Service.
• Performs duties/responsibilities as a central service technician as necessary or assigned.
• Arranges sterile setup for each specific operative procedure coordinating with surgeon preference.

• Minimum level of education, skills, and abilities necessary in performing the job.
• Successful completion of surgical technology program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.

• CST Certification; 1-3 years surgical scrub experience preferred.