Surgical Tech

Description

Assembles and organizes all instruments, equipment, and supplies needed for each specific surgical procedure. Assists in instrument handling and procedure techniques as requested by the surgeon. Maintains a sterile field and technique to assure good patient outcomes.

Requirements


  • Graduate of a professional school earning surgical technology degree.
  • Complete Certified Surgical Technology Exam within 1 year of hire.
  • Current BLS certification required.
  • Ability to work well with physicians, employees, patients, and others.
  • Ability and willingness to work with patients’ growth and development needs particularly related to the age of patients in the unit/area(s) of assignment.
  • Ability and willingness to demonstrate and maintain clinical competency as required for the unit/area(s) of assignment.
  • Ability to manage a chaotic work environment.
  • Ability and willingness to exhibit behaviors consistent with standards for performance improvement and organizational values (e.g., efficiency & financial responsibility, safety, partnership & service, teamwork, compassion, integrity, and trust & respect).
  • Ability and willingness to exhibit behaviors consistent with principles for service excellence.


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