Role Overview: A Surgical Technologist supports surgical procedures by assisting surgeons, preparing sterile equipment, and ensuring patient safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist during surgeries by coordinating treatments, connecting clinical equipment, and maintaining aseptic techniques.
- Participate in surgical prep, timeouts, and site verification to ensure safety protocols.
- Manage surgical supplies, verify specimens, and document procedures accurately.
- Handle wound assessments, dressing changes, and specimen collection.
- Follow universal precautions, initiate emergency procedures, and participate in patient admission/discharge.
- Perform billing, on-call duties, and act as a preceptor for students.
- Maintain quality control and perform additional duties like patient transport and post-mortem care.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required unless exempted by law.
- Graduate of Specialty Training Program.
- Strong understanding of aseptic techniques, surgical protocols, and team collaboration.
Work Environment & Benefits: Work typically in a clinical setting with opportunities for shift differentials, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive benefits, and supportive policies fostering professional growth and well-being.