Surg Tech III - OR
Summary
Assists surgeons in the operating room, prepares equipment, and ensures patient care standards are met during procedures across multiple specialties.
Overview
Facilitating patient care by assisting the physician during surgery in the Operating Room (OR) for multiple specialties, performing technical and some patient care duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Functions as a clinical specialist across numerous service specialty lines. Assumes additional responsibilities for maintaining surgical specialties as necessary and serves as a resource. Functions on a more global level and is more involved in detailed surgical endeavors related to the surgery department.Responsibilities
Facilitating patient care by assisting the physician during surgery in the Operating Room (OR) for multiple specialties, performing technical and some patient care duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Functions as a clinical specialist across numerous service specialty lines. Assumes additional responsibilities for maintaining surgical specialties as necessary and serves as a resource. Functions on a more global level and is more involved in detailed surgical endeavors related to the surgery department.Qualifications
Education- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required and
- Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or LPN program Required
- 3 years of expereince and Surgical Tech Certification Required or
- In lieu of degree 7 years of experience can be substituted for certification for a total requirement of 10 years of Surgical Tech experience. Required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
- LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Current GA LPN License, if applicable Upon Hire Required or
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire Required