Surgical Technician

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Physician and Registered Nurse, assists in the performance of technical surgical procedures in the operative environment. Sets up the operating room for procedures according to physician preference card and the type of surgical intervention to be performed, the patient's age, developmental and size considerations. Performs selected surgical scrub functions in the operative suite involving patient preparation, as well as preparation of the suite and attendant instruments and supplies. Patient age populations served, and the specific competencies that comprise this job title are found in the Department/Unit Orientation & Initial Assessment of Competency checklist for this unit/positions, and -by reference- form a part of this job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate
• Completion of an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program or Certified Surgical Technologist designation from (AST or NCCT)
• Must be able to take call shifts as assigned. Not required for MOSS.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience as an OR technician