Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Certified Surgical Tech performs technical skills and provides assistance to surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room, primarily in the scrubrole during surgical procedures. May perform similar duties in other areas of the hospital as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: Graduate of a formal surgical technologist program, preferably an accredited program required
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Certification as a surgical technologist (CST or TS-C) required