Surgical Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and surgical team members, the Surgical Technologist is responsible for handling surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during general surgical procedures.
• This role requires knowledge of assigned procedures, anticipation of surgical team needs, and support of patient safety, comfort, and care.
• The Surgical Technologist responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Scrub on general surgical procedures.
• Prepare the operating room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies based on procedure type.
• Ensure proper functioning of instruments and equipment prior to use; report needed repairs.
• Follow departmental policies, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Demonstrate cost-conscious handling and opening of sterile supplies.
• Respond to emergent situations and notify appropriate personnel.
• Deliver supplies to units and ancillary departments as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized operating room environment.
• Clean, stock, and return equipment and supplies to designated storage areas.
• Provide comfort and support to pre-operative patients while respecting privacy.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and departmental information.
• Assist the RN with admitting, transferring, and discharging patients from the OR.
• Support leadership with supply par-level adjustments.
• Participate in audits, task forces, continuing education, and department-specific training.
• Support administrative and departmental governance changes.
• Train and precept new Surgical Technologist staff as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Education:

• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program

Certification & Licensure:

• Current BLS certification required (or must obtain within one month of start date).
• CST certification not required.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 1–2 years of Surgical Technologist experience.
• Experience with joint procedures and/or robotic surgery.
• Ability to lift and move patients.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift case carts, instrument trays, and equipment.
• Ability to work in a patient-care environment with potential exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• One year or more of Surgical Technologist experience.