The Surgical Technician Certified handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgical procedures.
Requirements
- Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure
- Scrubs, gowns, and gloves self and members of the surgical team
- Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure and ensures they are in good working condition
- Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed
- Assists with draping sterile field
- Passes instruments, retractors and suture etc., to surgeon during procedure
- Demonstrates ability to anticipate need of the surgical team
- Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure
- Handles surgical specimens appropriately and safely
- Handles sharps and mediations following OR safety policies