Certified Surgical Technician

3 weeks ago


Frederick, United States Frederick Health Full time
Job Summary:

Reporting to the Department Manager, the Surgical Technician I (entry to practice/novice) performs under the supervision of experienced Surgical Technicians and/or RN preceptor, and assists in the treatment and care of patients in the Operating Room.

The Surgical Technician I demonstrates progressive growth in ability to perform independent of an orientor and demonstrates evolving knowledge of the standards of practice required of a Surgical Technician and of physician preferences necessary to provide for safe, effective, and quality patient care.

Example of Essential Functions:

  • Demonstrates knowledge of the established standards for patient care.
  • Prepares for case according to physician preferences.
  • Initiates changes to Physician Preference Cards and Case Cart Requisitions.
  • Articulates expected surgical case progression, normal anatomy and potential intra-operative complications.
  • Established and maintains a sterile field.
  • Identifies and corrects infractions of sterile technique.
  • Proficient in the set-up and turnover of surgical cases.
  • Consistently at or below department standard times for room turnover.
  • Anticipates surgeon’s intra-operative needs, keeping conversation at the sterile field to a minimum.
  • Competently and independently performs all Core Surgical Services.
  • Demonstrates competence in at least one specialty service.
  • Under the immediate supervision of a registered nurse, assists with delegated circulating duties that are within the scope of the practice for Surgical Technicians, i.e., patient positioning.
  • Orients new personnel to Surgical Technician responsibilities, readily sharing knowledge and experience for this role.
  • Provides for a safe learning environment.
  • Functions as a second scrub under direct supervision of the operating surgeon. This role is limited to holding of retractors and other instruments that have been placed by the surgeon and suctioning/sponging at the direction of the surgeon.
  • Ensures physical preparation of the Surgical Suite for future patient care, i.e., clean, stock and replace supplies.
  • Adheres to infection control standards.
  • Requests others to correct identified infractions.
  • Complies with quality control standards.
  • Participates in data collection and analysis of data from quality assessment activities.
  • Participates in department performance improvement activities, developing strategies for improved patient care services.
  • Actively engages in departmental efforts to promote retention of staff and provide a high level of employee morale.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to understand procedures being performed and to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
  • Knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure.
  • Knowledgeable and vigil of maintaining the sterile field.
  • Verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Ability to work under stressful and changing conditions in a calm, productive and flexible manner.
  • Experience preferred but will train proactive candidate.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:
  • High school diploma required
  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program with eligibility to sit for the certification exam for surgical technologists.
  • Certified Surgical Technician a plus.
  • Current CPR certification.


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