JOB SUMMARY
Provides technical assistance to surgeons and surgical teams during operative and invasive procedures.

Key Responsibilities
• Prepare operating rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Drape patients and create and maintain a sterile surgical field.
• Hand instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeons during procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning and skin preparation.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and respond quickly and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Assist with dressing application and patient transfer post-procedure.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
• Adhere to strict aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
• Document patient care activities as required.

Required Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Certifications
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is required.

Experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Surgical Technologist.

Skills
• Proficiency in aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Unit / Specialty
• Operating Room (OR)

Schedule / Shift
• Full-time position, requiring flexibility to work various shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Rotating on-call schedule may be required.