Description:

The Surgical Technician is responsible for organizing the supplies and equipment in the operating room. Sets up the operating surgeon’s sterile table trying to anticipate what might be needed during the procedure. Helps the surgeon and any assistants do their surgical gowns and gloves. Counts surgical instruments before and after the surgery. Hands the desired instruments to the surgeon during the operation. Prepares the sterile dressings. Cleans the surgical instruments after the operation. Assists with cleaning the operating room after an operation. May assist with the transfer of the patient to the recovery room. Responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of two years’ experience in an OR setting, acute care, or have outpatient experience.
  • Completion of Surgical Technician course
  • BLS certification required.
  • Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Share this job

Share to FB Share to LinkedIn Share to Twitter

Related Jobs

Larkin Health System

Surgical Tech

Description: The Surgical Technician is responsible for organizing the supplies and equipment in the operating room. Sets up the operating surgeon’s sterile table trying to anticipate what might be needed during the procedure. Helps the surgeon and any assistants do their surgical gowns and gloves. Counts surgical instruments before and after the surgery. Hands the desired instruments to the surgeon during the operation. Prepares the sterile dressings. Cleans the surgical instruments after the operation. Assists with cleaning the operating room after an operation. May assist with the transfer of the patient to the recovery room. Responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments. Qualifications: Minimum of two years’ experience in an OR setting, acute care, or have outpatient experience. Completion of Surgical Technician course BLS certification required. Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Palmetto General Hospital

Surgical Technologist, Surgery Separate -OR, Full Time, Mid Shift, Job ID # 1850973

Position Summary: Functions under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Certified Surgical Technologist follows established procedural guides in preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved in direct patient care, and functions as member of the operating room team. Complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital and AORN Standards. Demonstrates knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the level of development of patients. Required to work flexible hours and be on call nights, weekends and holidays. Position Qualification: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or surgical technology military program. One year OR experience preferred. Must hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Must maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS). Required Licenses/Certifications: Current certification as a Surgical Technologist with the NBSTSA Current BLS card Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization
Palmetto General Hospital

Surgical Tech – CVOR, Full Time, Flex Shift, Job ID # 1842792

Position Summary Provides specialized surgical technology support for adult cardiovascular and open-heart patients in an acute care hospital setting. Functions as a member of the cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) team during open-heart, coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), valve, thoracic, and other cardiovascular procedures. Prepares the operating room, establishes and maintains the sterile field, anticipates the needs of the surgeon, and ensures required instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and functioning. Performs or assists with vein harvesting, including endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH), consistent with demonstrated competency, hospital policy, and applicable scope of practice. Communicates and collaborates with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, perfusionists, and other Open Heart team members. Participates in emergency cases, on-call coverage, room turnover, equipment maintenance, inventory management, performance improvement activities, and orientation/precepting of surgical technologists joining the CVOR team. Qualifications · Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program required. · Minimum two (2) years of peri-operative Surgical Technologist experience in an acute care hospital required. · Minimum two (2) years of cardiovascular/open-heart (CVOR) surgical experience required. · Experience supporting CABG and other open-heart procedures required. · Endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) experience strongly preferred. Required Licenses / Certifications · Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required. · Surgical Technologist certification required. Communication Skills Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with surgeons, nursing staff, anesthesia, perfusion, patients, and all levels of the organization. Equipment Refer to Competency Evaluation for this position, including CVOR/open-heart instrumentation and vein harvesting equipment. Physical Requirements (Americans with Disabilities Act – ADA) Refer to Physical Requirements and Working Conditions for this position. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the acute care operating room, including prolonged standing, positioning patients, and moving surgical equipment.
Larkin Health System

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST (SCRUB TECH) ( Full Time)

The Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech) is an essential member of the perioperative team responsible for supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with surgeons and other members of the surgical team, the Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, establishes and maintains the sterile field, organizes surgical instruments and supplies, and provides direct technical assistance throughout operative procedures. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, knowledgeable in sterile and aseptic technique, and able to anticipate the needs of the surgical team in a fast-paced hospital environment. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited or recognized Surgical Technology program preferred. Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. (American Heart Association) Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required . Experience Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech in an acute-care hospital, operating room, ambulatory surgery center, or comparable surgical environment preferred. Experience scrubbing a variety of surgical specialties is strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and procedures. Understanding of basic anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and surgical terminology. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and operative team. Ability to recognize and promptly address breaks in sterile technique. Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety. Ability to remain organized and composed in high-pressure and emergency situations. Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced surgical environment. Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Ability to follow physician direction, nursing direction, hospital policy, and established departmental procedures. Ability to adapt to changing surgical schedules, procedures, equipment, and patient care needs. Familiarity with infection prevention practices and Standard Precautions. Basic computer and electronic documentation skills.
Larkin Health System

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST (SCRUB TECH) ( Full Time)

The Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech) is an essential member of the perioperative team responsible for supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with surgeons and other members of the surgical team, the Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, establishes and maintains the sterile field, organizes surgical instruments and supplies, and provides direct technical assistance throughout operative procedures. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, knowledgeable in sterile and aseptic technique, and able to anticipate the needs of the surgical team in a fast-paced hospital environment. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited or recognized Surgical Technology program preferred. Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. (American Heart Association) Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required . Experience Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist/Scrub Tech in an acute-care hospital, operating room, ambulatory surgery center, or comparable surgical environment preferred. Experience scrubbing a variety of surgical specialties is strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and procedures. Understanding of basic anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and surgical terminology. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and operative team. Ability to recognize and promptly address breaks in sterile technique. Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety. Ability to remain organized and composed in high-pressure and emergency situations. Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced surgical environment. Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Ability to follow physician direction, nursing direction, hospital policy, and established departmental procedures. Ability to adapt to changing surgical schedules, procedures, equipment, and patient care needs. Familiarity with infection prevention practices and Standard Precautions. Basic computer and electronic documentation skills.