Surgical Technologist I - General

Major Responsibilities

• Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care.
• Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).
• Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
• Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room, including setting up the room for each case, moving equipment (tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, instrument pans), operating various equipment used during procedures, and returning equipment post‑procedure.
• Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.
• Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.
• Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.
• Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability, checking equipment condition, sterility, and sending damaged items for repair.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate care, including understanding growth and development principles and assessing patient data to meet age‑specific needs as described in departmental policies.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 6 months unless the department leader determines it is not required.

Education Required

Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.

Experience Required

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Certification Addendum

Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital‑based certifications (e.g., DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast‑paced environment.
• Lift up to 50 lb. from floor to waist.
• Lift up to 20 lb. over the head.
• Carry up to 40 lb. a reasonable distance.
• Push/pull with 30 lb. of force.
• Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lb. with a second person present.
• Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Exposed continuously to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluid hazards.
• Must have functional sight and hearing.
• Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.
• Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.