Job Description
Contributes to the team by assisting the physician with the performance of surgical procedures and instruments.
Responsibilities
Contributes to the team by assisting the physician with the performance of surgical procedures and instruments.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess one of the following: Certification from an accredited school for Operating Room Technician or within 90 days of successful program completion; or graduate from an accredited practical nursing school, or extensive preparation through on-the-job training.
Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) years training in surgical technology from a comparable medical institution.
- LPNs must have one (1) years’ experience as a scrub technician. Or, a graduate of an accredited program in Surgical Technology or within 90 days of successful program completion may substitute for experience.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
- Proficient Knowledge of duties and responsibilities of a surgical technician. The ability to communicate with co-workers in a professional manner. The ability to learn advanced procedures, instruments, and techniques.
Licensure: Certification in Surgical Technology, Must have current licensure as indicated by profession (LPN must be licensed by State Board of Nursing).
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