Surgical Technician

About This Role

This role supports the operating room team by maintaining a sterile environment, preparing surgical equipment, and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures. The Surgical Technician will assist surgeons and nursing staff to deliver exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses and surgeons during surgical procedures by performing scrub duties and maintaining strict aseptic technique
• Prepare and set up operating rooms, instruments, and supplies for procedures
• Anticipate surgical team needs and provide instruments and equipment efficiently
• Monitor and assist with sponge, sharp, and instrument counts
• Support patient positioning, transport, and comfort before, during, and after procedures
• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize instruments in accordance with AAMI and manufacturer guidelines
• Turn over and prepare operating rooms between cases and for the following day
• Maintain inventory, stock supplies, and report equipment issues
• Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards at all times
• Assist with special procedures, demonstrations, and wet lab preparation as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from an approved Surgical Technologist program
• 1-3 years of operating room experience
• Knowledge of sterile processing, medical terminology, and clinical procedures
• Familiarity with electronic medical systems and standard office software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Demonstrated professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to patient confidentiality
• Ability to build positive working relationships with patients and healthcare professionals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an approved Surgical Technologist program
• 1-3 years of operating room experience; ambulatory surgery and orthopedic experience preferred

Nice to Have

• Ambulatory surgery experience
• Orthopedic experience

Skills

* Required skills