Under direct training of a registered nurse, performs scrub activities and assists with a variety of patient care activities for patients of varying ages in the operating room setting.
Required Skills
- Possesses effective oral communication skills.
- Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Surgical Technician.
- Skill and ability to concentrate and monitor instrument, sharps, and sponge counts.
- Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Required Experience
A. Work Experience
- One-year Certified Surgical Technologist experience. ****
B. License/Registration/Certification
- Current certification as a Surgical Technician required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) ****
C. Education and Training
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program of study.