Duties:
- Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
- Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
- Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
- Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards.
- Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
Experience:
- Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
- Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
- 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
Licenses / Certifications:
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
