Job Abstract

EDUCATION : Graduate of an accredited and/or hospital approved Surgical Technician program. Certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE : Fulfilled through the educational process and documented on a skill check list which is kept current on each individual.

Additional Qualifications:

COMPETENCY: Orthopedics strongly preferred. Otorhinolaryngology, Urology, General/Gynecology, Neurology, Cardiovascular. Cardiothoracic experience preferred.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Principles of aseptic technique; orientation of surgical procedures; preparation, operation and care of equipment and machines; understands patient and staff safety recommendations.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Capable of rapid accurate reactions
• Concern for quality patient care
• Communicates and works effectively with various levels of personnel
• Stands and walks major portion of work schedule
• Moderate to heavy lifting required
• Exposure to cuts, burns, infection, biohazardous chemicals and x-ray

License or Certification:

• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
• Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.