SURGICAL TECHNICIAN
- POSITION SUMMARY
- Position Summary:
- Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Assembles needed supplies/equipment before and during the surgical procedure while maintaining standards of care established for the patient scheduled for a surgical procedure. The surgical technician sets up the sterile field, assists with draping the patient, anticipates the surgeon's needs and hands sterile supplies and instruments to the surgeon and his/her assistant. Skillfully practices sterile technique. Takes assigned call.
- Position Summary:
- POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum Education
- High school or equivalent
- Completion of an anatomy and physiology course preferred
- Minimum Experience
- On-the-job training
- Required Registration/License/Certification
- BLS certification to be obtained within 90 days of employment
- Certified Surgical Tech (CRT) certification preferred
- Minimum Education
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