Job Summary
The Surgical Technologist plays a vital role in the operating room by facilitating surgical procedures. This involves preparing the surgical environment, ensuring sterility, and providing necessary instruments to the surgical team. The individual must be proficient in anticipating the needs of the surgeon and managing surgical specimens efficiently, contributing to the overall safety and effectiveness of the surgical process.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the operating room for surgical interventions.
- Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures.
- Maintain a sterile field to ensure patient safety.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and assist accordingly.
- Manage and handle specimens as directed by the surgical team.
- Support the surgical team in maintaining operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Completion of a Military Surgical Assistant, LPN, or Surgical Technologist training program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- Preferred candidates will have graduated from an accredited program and hold AST certification.
- 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in a surgical setting is desirable.
Fairview Health Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
