Surgical Technician

Description

Under the supervision of the registered nurse, assist in care and service to the patient in the operating room. Assist in preparing and maintaining sterile and un-sterile supplies and equipment.

Essential Functions

Assist in the planning and preparation for intra operative nursing care of patient

Assist in providing optimum assurance of safe environment

Assist in maintaining a high degree of efficiency of instruments, supplies and equipment by proper cleaning, care, utilization and sterilization as directed

Maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, physicians and all other personnel

Maintain professional growth

Perform duties of the scrub nurse as assigned

May be delegated responsibility or given special assignments by the nurse manager or registered nurse

Perform other related duties as directed for the efficient operation of the Surgery Center

Requirements

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Minimum of one year experience in an operating room with experience in a variety of surgical procedures

Current BLS certification

Interpersonal skills

Able to withstand long and strenuous periods of work which include extensive walking, standing, and varied body motions

Able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance

Preferred Skills

Certification by the American Association of Surgical Technologists

Graduate of a recognized surgical technologist program

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The compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding iCare benefits, please click here.