Surgical Technologist I

Surgical Technologist I

Under direct supervision, the Surgical Technologist I performs delegated patient care functions by assisting in surgical procedures and preparing supplies and equipment in the operating room. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room and selecting surgical instruments in collaboration with the circulating nurse, counting needles, sponges, and instruments, ensuring proper labeling of medications and safe fluid temperatures, and maintaining instrumentation cleanliness. The role involves preoperative patient preparation, handing instruments to the surgeon, assisting with gowning and gloving, and performing related patient care tasks such as specimen delivery, room turnover, patient transport, and emergency cart checks.

Additionally, the technologist prepares supplies for sterilization, assesses environmental needs, orients new staff on departmental policies, and performs other duties as assigned.

· High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is required. Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program is required.

· One year experience (in lieu of training program)

· CPR certification is required