Surgical Technologist Certified II
Core
Assists with the coordination of nursing care of the patient in the operating room and functions as a team member of the surgical team.
Role type
Surgical Technologist
Builds
Surgical procedures and patient care in the operating room
Domain
Healthcare / Surgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Sterile field management, Surgical instrument preparation, Surgical count management, Specimen handling, Aseptic technique maintenance, Equipment setup and maintenance, Patient care coordination, Surgical schedule monitoring, Preference card management, Quality assurance compliance
Preferred skills
Surgical Technology program graduate, 1 year surgical tech experience, CST or Tech in Surgery certification
Technologies
Surgical equipment, Monitoring devices
Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain equipment, instrumentation and supplies on the sterile field; Monitor and support personal and departmental needs including flexing and shift changes; Maintain an aseptic environment during surgical procedures; Ensure safe practices per National Patient Safety Goals and facility policies; Maintain and update preference cards; Participate in training and support of team members, volunteers and students; Assist the perioperative registered nurse and team in patient care.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC