Surgical Technician

• Prepares for surgical procedures
• Anticipates the surgeon's needs
• Passes instruments, retracts tissue and operates equipment during surgery
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure
• Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate
• Assists with OR turnover between cases
• May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks

• High school diploma or GED required
• BLS required
• Where applicable, must be registered with State Regulatory Agency
• Manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations
• Ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient

Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology or 2 years of operating room experience