Surgical Technologist
Core
Supports surgeons and perioperative nurses by preparing instruments, maintaining sterile fields, and assisting during invasive surgical and procedural care.
Role type
Surgical Technologist
Builds
Safe surgical environments and patient care outcomes
Domain
Healthcare / Surgical Services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aseptic technique, instrument preparation, anatomy and physiology knowledge, sterile field maintenance, specimen handling, universal precautions, equipment setup, inventory management
Preferred skills
Surgical Technology certification, SGNA Associates Program completion, Oxygen Certification, BLS certification
Technologies
Surgical instruments, endoscopes, sterilization equipment, anesthesia gas systems
Responsibilities
Prepare instruments and supplies for surgical procedures, maintain sterile technique during operations, assist with patient positioning and counting, clean and prepare operating rooms, handle surgical specimens, participate in Universal Protocol safety checks
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical staff