Surgical Technician

• Assemble supplies for surgical procedures
• Set up and maintain the sterile field
• Pass surgical instruments
• Assist with room preparation
• Coordinate care and anticipate the needs of the surgical case
• Assist surgeons, nurses, and other team members to provide optimal patient outcomes
• Collaborate with clinic providers, fellows, and staff
• Assess surgical procedures
• Ensure availability of appropriate instrumentation, supplies, and equipment
• Prepare operating rooms for upcoming cases
• Clean, arrange, and transport instruments according to department policy
• Independently assist with instrument reprocessing when assigned cases are completed and time permits
• Ensure operating rooms are ready for the following day's cases
• Apply practical knowledge of operating room equipment, maintenance, and safety
• Utilize communication tools and demonstrate teamwork
• Share knowledge and expertise with staff
• Attend departmental in-services and educational offerings
• Incorporate new knowledge and skills into clinical practice
• Learn new techniques
• Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of NBSTSA-accredited Surgical Technology program OR graduate of NCCT-approved Surgical Technology program OR completed military surgical/scrub tech training OR have two or more years of on-the-job surgical/scrub experience in an acute care facility or ambulatory surgery center
• Current Operating Room experience
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
• Resume
• Successful pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in surgical technology, including the preparation and maintenance of sterile fields, instrument handling, and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Possesses practical knowledge of operating room equipment and safety protocols, with a commitment to continuous learning and skill enhancement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Surgical Technology Program Graduate
• Current Operating Room Experience
• Instrument Reprocessing
• Patient Care Coordination
• Team Collaboration

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Surgical Instrument Handling
• Sterile Field Maintenance
• Operating Room Preparation
• Surgical Procedure Assessment
• Instrument Cleaning and Transport

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Knowledge Sharing

Certifications & Qualifications

• NBSTSA Accreditation
• NCCT Approval

Industry Keywords

• Acute Care Facility
• Ambulatory Surgery Center
• Surgical Procedures
• Patient Outcomes
• Clinical Practice