Technologist Surgical

Summary

The Surgical Technologist assists in preparing the operating room and performing assigned support duties during operative procedures. The incumbent scrubs in the role of second or third assistant when directed.

Education Requirement

High school education or equivalent required.

Incumbents must also meet one (1) of the following requirements:

Hold current national certification established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); OR
Have completed a program for surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education programs (CAAHEP); OR
Have completed an appropriate training program for surgical technologists in the armed forcer or at a CAAHEP accredited hospital or CAAHEP accredited ambulatory surgical treatment center program. For purposes of this chapter, “armed forces: means the army, navy, air force, marine corps, coast guard, or public health service of the United States; OR
Successfully complete the surgical technologists NBSTSA certifying exam; OR
Grandfathered under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a) which states individuals who began training or was employed as a surgical technologist prior to July 1, 2006 for no less than eighteen (18) months in a hospital, medical office, surgery center, or school shall meet the requirements to function as a Surgical Technologist in the State of Tennessee.

Effective July 1, 2003, the State of Tennessee requires surgical technologists to complete 15 CEs annually to remain qualified to practice as a Surgical Technologist. Certified Surgical Technologists are exempt from this requirement but must maintain active certification to continue employment with Regional One Health.

Experience Requirement

Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of an ORT or surgical technology program or related required.

Licensure/Certification Requirement

Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist through The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required.

Current CPR/Basic Life Support certification.
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