Surgical Tech

The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately. The Surgical Technician adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining the operating room for surgical cases, anticipating the surgeon's needs and passing instruments, handling and sterilizing instruments, performing sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse, assisting in patient positioning and transfer, maintaining and updating physician preference cards, reprocessing instruments, restocking supplies, and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases. Requires knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic techniques, infection prevention practices, strong communication and teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment. Certifications: BCLS required; CST preferred.