The Surgical Technologist (ST) performs technical functions to assist in the delivery of patient care within the Operating Room or other areas of the hospital as assigned. The ST provides assistance to other health care providers such as Registered Nurses, anesthesia staff, surgeons and other professionals. The primary role of the ST is to perform in the ‘scrub’ role during surgical procedures and to ensure availability of all sterile supplies, instrumentation, and equipment. Additionally, the ST provides orient/training to new team members, participates in very complex cases, and is responsible for driving PI projects to completion.
Education
Minimum Level of Education Required: High School completion / GED
Additional requirements:
Type of degree: N/A
Area of study or major: Surgical Technology
Preferred educational qualifications Diploma; Associate degree in the field of Surgical Technology; Military Training; 5 or more years of experience without a degree.
Position specific testing requirement: N/A
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Current CPR is required.
Certified as a Surgical Technologist under the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist by graduating from a CAAHEP and passing a national certification examination (CST) OR, certification under the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) preferred.
Experience
Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience