Surgical Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• This job assists in procedures competently and professionally, ensures appropriate handling and maintenance of equipment and supplies, and ensures availability of equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Scrubs for surgical procedures and performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse (RN).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs direct patient care duties, including assisting physicians during procedures.
• Assists in the day-to-day operations of the department.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, equipment, training, and credentials.
• Adapts to change in a positive constructive manner.
• Ensures cleanliness and/disinfection of Endo Products while maintaining quality control measures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education:

• Required – High school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accepted course in surgical technology certification.

Experience:

• Required – 2 year of experience in a similar medical setting. Basic analytical experience.

Certifications:

• Required – Certification in Surgical Technology (Online Certification is not accepted).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good organizational skills.
• Good time management skills and ability to be self directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.