Description

Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies. Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.

Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.

Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.

Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent - Required

Minimum Education

Certification as a Surgical Technician and/or graduation from an approved OR Technician program preferred. (Required for certified position.)

Affiliations: Association of Surgical Technologists, national or local level preferred

Required Skills

Certifications

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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