Job Description
Surgical Technologist Position
Working under the direction of the RN, the Surgical Technologist functions in the OR as a surgical scrub performing a variety of technical and other activities following established methods and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Assist the surgeon or interventionist as a scrub technologist or assistant, providing and assisting with instrumentation and supplies as needed.
- Consistently demonstrate expertise in scrubbing and assisting surgeons. Prepare cases by utilizing preference cards and seeking out information from heads of service.
- Scrub according to O.R. policy and AORN standards. Be aware of breaks in technique and immediately report them and initiate intervention.
- Anticipate physician's needs as it relates to the specific procedure and patient population.
- Assist other team members to meet department goals.
- Assist the RN in providing care, offer suggestions and collabora...