Surgical Technologist (PT)
Core
Assisting surgeons and healthcare professionals during surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, ensuring instrument sterility, and providing direct patient care.
Role type
Surgical Technologist
Builds
Surgical procedures in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
Domain
Healthcare / Surgical Technology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Sterile field maintenance, instrument setup and passing, patient positioning and draping, vital sign monitoring, infection control protocols, equipment verification
Preferred skills
Accredited surgical technology program completion, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Technologies
Surgical instruments, medical equipment
Responsibilities
Set up surgical instruments and equipment; Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon; Maintain a sterile field throughout surgery; Assist with patient positioning and draping; Monitor patients' vital signs during surgery; Sterilize instruments and equipment after use
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC