Surgical Technician

Overview

Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Assembles needed supplies/equipment before and during the surgical procedure while maintaining standards of care established for the patient scheduled for a surgical procedure. The surgical technician sets up the sterile field, assists with draping the patient, anticipates the surgeon's needs and hands sterile supplies and instruments to the surgeon and his/her assistant.

Skillfully practices sterile technique. Takes assigned call.

• Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assembles needed supplies/equipment before and during the surgical procedure while maintaining standards of care established for the patient scheduled for a surgical procedure.
• Sets up the sterile field, assists with draping the patient, anticipates the surgeon's needs and hands sterile supplies and instruments to the surgeon and his/her assistant.
• Practices sterile technique.
• Takes assigned call.

• High school or equivalent
• Completion of an anatomy and physiology course preferred
• On-the-job training
• Required Registration/License/Certification: BLS certification to be obtained within 90 days of employment
• Certified Surgical Tech (CRT) certification preferred
• Schedule-Shift-Hours Full Time - Day Shift - Some evening, weekend, and holiday call required.