Role Overview: A Surgical Technologist assists in surgical procedures by preparing operating rooms, sterilizing equipment, and supporting surgeons and nurses during operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and organize surgical supplies and equipment based on surgeon preferences.
- Practice aseptic techniques, including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping.
- Assist in patient preparation, such as cleaning incision sites.
- Pass instruments and sterile supplies during surgery; maintain accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
- Verify surgical sites and identify specimens for analysis.
- Participate in surgical time-out protocols and OR briefings.
- Report concerns impacting patient care and contribute to problem resolution.
- Follow universal protocols and policies, ensuring medication labeling and safety standards.
Qualifications & Skills: Completion of a specialty training program is required. Candidates should adhere to protocols, demonstrate attention to detail, and work effectively in a clinical environment.
Additional Information: The role offers competitive pay, shift differentials, benefits starting day one, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services.