Under direct training of a registered nurse, performs scrub activities and assists with a variety of patient care activities for patients of varying ages in the operating room setting.

Required Skills

1. Possesses effective oral communication skills.
2. Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Surgical Technician.
3. Skill and ability to concentrate and monitor instrument, sharps, and sponge counts.
4. Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
5. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Required Experience

Work experience

• One year of Operating Room CST experience required. ****

License/Registration/Certification

• Current certification as a Surgical Technician.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS).

Education and Training

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program of study.

1. Possesses effective oral communication skills.
2. Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Surgical Technician.
3. Skill and ability to concentrate and monitor instrument, sharps, and sponge counts.
4. Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
5. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.