Surgical Technologist assists medical team with preparations for surgical procedures and during the procedure. Prepares equipment, instruments, supplies, operating room, and patients and ensure sterile field. Being a Surgical Technologist coordinates preparation or disposal of specimens and delivery to laboratory according to procedures. Maintains inventory of sterile supplies. Additionally, Surgical Technologist may assist in patient transport. Requires completion of surgical technologist training course. Requires a high school diploma. Requires CPR certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Surgical Technologist works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Surgical Technologist typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Surgical Technologist is present in the procedure room and provides help to surgeons and nurses. Responsible for the set up of each case as required by case type. The technologist will hand necessary instruments to the surgeon, so that the surgery can be more easily performed. It is important to be able to anticipate which devices the surgeon will use, so that no time is lost. Certain equipment may also be monitored by the technologist, such as machinery relating to observance of vital signs. After a surgery is complete the technologist is responsible for cleaning the room and disposing of items, so the room is ready for the next patient. The technologist should also make sure that the patient is comfortable during the procedure. The procedure may be explained to the patient prior to it being carried out. Other related duties are included in this position such as changing beds, autoclaving equipment, stocking and ordering supplies as needed.
Position may require travel to other work locations.
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