Surgical Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Surgical Technologist plays a key role in supporting surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile environment, ensuring instruments are ready and functional, and assisting surgeons during procedures.
• This position requires strong technical knowledge, a high level of attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare OR tables and ensure all instruments/supplies are ready before surgery.
• Scrub in and assist surgeons directly during surgical procedures.
• Handle instruments, suction, retraction, suturing, irrigation, and dressing under surgeon/RN supervision.
• Maintain a sterile field and follow aseptic technique.
• Assist with pre- and post-operative patient care (site cleansing, dressing, transferring patient).
• Clean and disassemble instruments post-op, prepare for sterilization.
• Maintain equipment, update surgical preference lists, and ensure proper functioning of surgical tools.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring privacy, dignity, and safety at all times.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Education Program.
• 3 years of surgical tech experience within the past 5 years.

Certifications & Licensure:

• BLS Certification (American Heart Association).
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – NBSTSA.
• Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) – NCCT.

Preferred Experience:

• Certified Surgical Tech credentials.
• Broader surgical experience beyond Client/Spine.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of surgical tech experience.
• Experience with Client and Spine surgeries.
• Sound clinical judgment and ability to remain composed in high-stress situations.
• Skilled in handling surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile techniques.
• Ability to provide culturally sensitive and age-appropriate care.
• Strong communication and confidentiality practices.
• Open to ongoing professional development and training.