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0-5 years of experience
Scrubbed and Circulated over 300 Surgical procedures in General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurology and Trauma services.
- Instrumental team member in operation of Wound Care and General Surgery Clinics, providing post-op care for 120 patients and maintaining records and documentation of patient progress.
- Assigned to CSSR duties, assisted in the inventory and management of 114 surgical sets. Created photo references to be used in Operating Room SOPs, to allow for 100% accuracy in set assembly and quarterly inventories.
- Advanced in patient care procedures in Surgical ICU; providing dressing changes, IV therapy, Vital Signs monitoring and patient charting during periods of high patient census;
- Skilled in Medical office procedures and administration; aided in surgical consults for over 195 personnel.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted in pre-operative care of the patient such as providing comfort and positioning
- Set up and maintained a sterile field for the surgical procedure
- Assisted the surgeon during the operation such as passing instruments and anticipated what may be needed during the procedure
- Counted sponges, sharps, and instruments
- Prepared and applied sterile dressings
- Prepared case carts, stocked supplies, and assembled trays in the Sterile Processing Department
0-5 years of experience
Supervised shipboard and field environmental sanitation and preventive medicine programs.
- Maintained treatment records and reports. Filled prescriptions and maintained pharmacy stock.
- Served as operating room technician for general and specialized surgery.
- Disassembled, cleaned and decontaminated medical instruments, supplies, and equipment using approved disinfectants, detergents, and ultrasound cleaning.
- Assembled, inspected, tested, wrapped, and dated medical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on biomedical equipment.
- Demonstrated proficiency with suturing, irrigation and debridement cases, and other minor procedures with minimal or no help from the surgeon.
- Operated a $250,000/year budget to include medical supplies and equipment
0-5 years of experience
Provided direct care in a multidisciplinary surgical environment averaging 500 cases annually.
- Managed and supervised 6 surgical technicians.
- Effectively scheduled nurses and technicians for surgical cases and rooms.
- Successfully managed a budget of 1.5 M of surgical instruments and consumables.
0-5 years of experience
I work in all General Surgery, Orthropeditics, ENT, Podiatry, Plastics, and Neuro. I go through case cart to make sure everything is pulled properly, call sales reps to make sure they are available for the case. I make sure all equipment is up and running. I go over with nurse to make sure all medicines are prepped for surgery. I position the patient for the physician, apply the tourniquet and assisting the physician in the case.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement.
- Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized governmental agencies.
- Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy resident needs.
- Identified process improvements in the day-to-day functioning of the department.
0-5 years of experience
Scrub All procedures which include Urology, ENT, Podiatry, Plastic Reconstruction Surgery, Bariatrics and General Surgery
- Train students during Clinical Rotation
- Created Physician preference cards and instrument tray list, entered into intranet
- Documented all cases using EMR
- Pulled and Scrubbed cases as assigned
- Decontaminate and Sterilize all instruments
- Advance knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, instrumentation and supplies with great anticipation skills
0-5 years of experience
Prepared operating room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Maintained order and sterile instrument table for the purpose of efficiency
- Assisted drape patients and medical personnel in proper positioning
- Assisted with cleaning and dressing patient incisions after surgical procedure
- Followed universal precaution in handling/disposing of contaminated items and hazardous materials
- Performed aseptic techniques as required
0-5 years of experience
Pulled cases in preparation for the following days surgeries
- Completed surgical counts of needles, laps, blades, hypos and other specified materials used
- Maintained sterile field during operations
- Transported patients from operating table to assigned bed
- Assisted with orthopedic total joint replacements, general surgeries, and spinal surgeries
- Held retractors for surgeons during procedures
- Adhered to aseptic techniques and procedures
0-5 years of experience
- Worked as both evening and day shift technician
- Put away supplies, prepared next day’s cases, and terminally cleaned each room every night
- Easily adapted to new types of procedures performed as well as equipment used
0-5 years of experience
- Instructed three groups of students over the course of three semesters on proper techniques and necessary coursework for the Certified Surgical Technologist Program
- Students achieved excellent grades and completed their classroom requirements five weeks earlier than previous instructor’s classes, enabling them to gain more time in the operating room, enhancing and broadening their clinical experience
- Position required regular visits to numerous hospitals to evaluate and train students on-site
- Gained working knowledge of operating room protocols and procedures at these other hospitals
0-5 years of experience
Scrubbed over 120 cases in specialties such as General, GYN, ENT, Neuro, Gentiourinary, Orthopedics and Plastic Reconstruction.
- Promoted 100% patient safety while maintaining strict aseptic technique and proper assistance for the surgeon.
- Understand the principle priorities to the different surgical specialties such as positioning, draping, instrumentation/supplies, and anatomy.
- Understand the importance of correct sponge, needle and instrument counts following
- Knowledge of CSPD duties and sterilizers such as Steam, Steris, and Sterrad autoclaves
- Ability to communicate professionally with Surgeons, Nurses and fellow Surgical Technologists
- Proficiently gown and glove members of the surgical team
0-5 years of experience
- Lead Surgical Technologist managed 3 personnel
- Processed instruments in the sterile processing.
- OSHA supervisor, ensuring 100% compliance with corporate policy.
- Scrubbed approximately 300 procedures in the operating room.
- Responsible for ordering all supplies and equipment to ensure functioning clinic.
- Performed medical photography.
- Sales associate, assisted with the sale of more than $50,000 of surgical procedures every month.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of growth and responsibility within the surgical technologists by encouraging classes and assisted in teaching technical procedures.
0-5 years of experience
Helped the surgical team scrub and put on gloves, mask, and surgical clothing.
- Set up sterile supplies, equipment, instruments and linen for the operation.
- Prepared patient by disinfecting area of the body to undergo
- Assisted the surgeon with Smart Liposuction procedure, Breast
- Transferred patient to the recovery room.
- Cleaned operating room following surgery.
- Washed and sterilized used equipment and instruments.
- Maintained a monthly inventory of Medical Supplies.
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for preparing the operating room prior to procedures and verifying the necessary supplies and equipment are present
- Provide equipment to surgeons in accordance with the needs and physicians’ preferences during operation procedures
- Provide training to new personnel regarding duties of a surgical technologist on a routine basis. Preceptor to 13 new surgical technologists
- Educate medical students and new staff on proper technique before operation in sterile scrub, gowning and gloving. Provided educational in-services to >100 medical students
- Supply sterile gowns, gloves and equipment to members of the surgical team
10+ years of experience
Trained in emergency medicine in both a field and hospital setting.
- Trained staff in survival tactics in combat and general settings.
- Maintained medical records and status of team members.
- Oversee budgets in both General, Spine and ENT services.
- Assisted in upgrading new techniques for surgical services.
6-10 years of experience
Proficient in General, ENT, Plastics/Vascular/GYN, and Podiatry Surgical Specialties
- Responsible for preparing the operating room with the necessary tools and equipment needed
- Very good at anticipating the surgeon’s needs
- Handle surgical specimens as per policy requirements
- Keep preference cards updated to each surgeon’s liking
- Have scrubbed in multiple organ harvest cases
- Provided training to new personnel and students
0-5 years of experience
Pulled supplies for scheduled cases according to doctors preferences
- Set up sterile field in a timely manner and performed instrument and all surgical counts with nurse.
- Anticipated surgeon’s needs throughout the case, passing instruments, retracting, and assisting with skin closure.
- Assisted with room turn over by disassembling sterile set up, removing linen and trash, and wiping surfaces with disinfectant.
6-10 years of experience
Scrub and assist Surgeon and Physician Assistant during procedures performed in onsite surgery center.
- Perform duties associated with a First Assistant.
- Assist with pre-operative and post-operative patient care.
- Processing and sterilization of surgical instruments.
- Inventory control and ordering of supplies as needed.
- Acted as a preceptor and mentor to new employees/students.
- Functioned primarily as a scrub and also as a second circulator when required.
0-5 years of experience
Functions as a primary scrub person on all surgical procedures, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during all surgical procedures such as thoracic, vascular, orthopedic, neurosurgery, EENT, etc., from simple to complex cases.
- Assist doctors to complete various procedures
- Prepare for the next day’s surgeries, and complex cases
- Arrange Purchase orders for the Orthopedic and Spine Service
- Helped Organize the Total Joint Service’s Re-establishment in this facility
- One of the Lead Orthopedic Techs
0-5 years of experience
Prepare for surgical procedures by organizing and assembling both sterile and non-sterile equipment and instruments (Created, Maintained, and Accounted for my sterile field)
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon by distributing instruments and other sterile supplies
- Assist in pre and post-operative inventory; breakdown and clean OR Suite in preparation for next case
- Ensure proper labeling and dispense of medication to surgeon congruent with established policies and procedures
- Assist in the preparation, care and disposal of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and dressing application
6-10 years of experience
Head of Surgical Instrument Decontamination and Sterilization
- Stock, organize and inventory a wide range of surgical supplies
- Responsible for prepping surgical cases with specific instruments and supplies
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Word
- Detail oriented with a focus of high standards
- Excellent time management skills, abide by precise timelines
0-5 years of experience
Assists in maintaining adequate levels of special supplies and equipment in the OR.
- Provides education and consultation of systems/equipment and advises staff on proper use of instruments.
- Checks room prior to procedure to make sure set-up is complete.
- Maintains scrub nurse expertise and functions as ‘second scrub’ as necessary.
- Recommends additions, deletions and changes to procedures input procedure/preference cards
10+ years of experience
Providing exceptional technical assistance to a busy mobile laser provider; working effectively in a fast paced environment managing contracts with multiple hospitals across a large area
- Effectively setting up a clean and efficient operating room that meets compliance guidelines in preparation for advanced laser procedures
- Communicating professionally and effectively with surgeons and staff to ensure optimal performance of the surgical team; maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, daily logs and charts in compliance with regulations
- Successfully introducing cutting edge technology to a productive surgical team essentially driving revenue and improving efficiency
6-10 years of experience
- First assisted and scrubbed in with surgical center doctors.
- Setup workstations in the surgery center for cadaver workshops.
- Trained residents and medical students on aseptic technique and best practices.
- Responsible for applying splints and dressing on patients.
- Materials and sterile processing manager.
0-5 years of experience
Prepared the operating room and verified necessary supplies and tools
- Maintained working knowledge of assembly and function of surgical instrumentations
- Located the contaminated instruments and placed them in proper cart system
- Assisted with skin preparations and draping of the patient
- Assisted in preparing operating room for procedures
- Anticipated needs of equipment and instruments by surgeon performing operation
- Cleaned and maintained equipment in operating room according to OSHA standards
0-5 years of experience
Assisted doctors during surgical procedures
- Maintained sterility during procedures
- Effective communication with all team-members, patients, and families
- Trained students and new employees
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for preparing the operation room prior to the operation and verify the necessary supplies and tools
- Provide equipment to surgeons anticipating the need and physicians’ preference during operation procedures
- Locate the contaminated instruments and place them in proper cart system to avoid spread of infection
- Clean and maintain equipment in the operating room
- Supply gowns to the members of the surgical team
- Responsible for adjusting lights and other machines in the operation room
- Prepare and transport patients for surgery
- Restore surgical specimens as per policy requirements
0-5 years of experience
Scrubbing pediatric general, ENT, urology, ocular plastics and retinal surgery
- Pulling instrumentation and surgical supplies necessary for procedures
- Creating and maintaining the surgical field
- Assisting the surgeon during operative procedures
- Collecting, labeling and preparing specimen for pathology or microbiology
0-5 years of experience
Assist surgeons in ENT, General, OB/GYN, Little Ophthalmic, and GI surgeries.
- Assist in the surgery clinic by taking vitals, banding wounds, and helping surgeon with minor surgeries in the clinic.
- Perform sterile processing, preparing and cleaning of instruments for surgery and other departments within the hospital.
- Perform on-call rotations as directed.
0-5 years of experience
- Trained in Central Processing Department
- Ensured the decontamination of instruments, equipment, and properly dispose of contaminated materials.
- Knowledge of aseptic technique, gowning and gloving self and other surgical members, and patient.
- Scrubbed in orthopedic, general, vascular, mastectomies, amputations, wound debridement, and laparoscopic procedures.
- Knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, medical and surgical terminology.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA and JCAHO regulatory guidelines.
0-5 years of experience
Knowledge about the procedure being performed.
- Knowledge and ability to ensure quality care in accordance with established nursing service standards of practice.
- Able to prioritize work, personable, hardworking and reliable; works quickly, calmly and efficiently under stress
- Keen hand eye coordination in passing instrumentation
- Extremely strong communication and customer service skills
- .Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time/supply management and accuracy of practice.
- Proficient and highly skilled in surgery scheduling
0-5 years of experience
Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on operating room table covering patient with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
- Perform a surgical scrub on hands and arms assist surgeon and surgical team with the gown and gloves.
- Provide assistance to surgeons need during the surgical procedure while maintaining a sterile field
- Prepare care and dispose of tissue specimens
- Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons assistants, hold retractors and cut sutures and perform any other tasks as directed by the surgeon
- Count sponges, needles and instruments before, during and after operation
- Prepare dressings and bandages and apply or assist with the application following the surgery
- Clean and restock Operating room gathering and replacing equipment and supplies arranging instruments according to the preference card.
0-5 years of experience
Operated under the guidance and expertise of the Interventional Team
- Responsible for preparing the operating room in a sterile manner
- Provided a practical and proactive environment for the surgical team
- Provided emergency, weekend and holiday call rotation.
- Practiced exceptional competencies concerning patient safety and regulatory guidelines
6-10 years of experience
Manage surgical team of 6 employees
- Train all cardiac staff to scrub and assist on cases
- Create and maintain surgeon preference cards
- Prepare, scrub and assist in cardio-vascular surgical cases both on and off the heart/lung machine
- Breakdown rooms after surgery
- Retained on an “on call ” basis
0-5 years of experience
- Setup table, instruments and supplies according to the need of operative procedure
- Maintain correct counts of sharps and sponges
- Clean and sterilize operating room and instruments
- Effectively communicates with doctor and medical staff
- Kept inventory of supplies and equipment to assure availability for future procedures
- Communicates a positive, caring, and professional attitude toward peers, staff and patients
0-5 years of experience
Plans and provides equipment and supplies bases on patient and physician needs.
- Prepares operating rooms for surgery, provides technical services, and assists during routine surgeries.
- Demonstrates competency in scrubbing cases or assisting surgeon in Labor and Delivery.
- Provides a safe environment for the surgical patient during their perioperative experience.
- Performs technical procedures safely, proficiently, and within scope of practice.
- Assisting with maintaining supplies and equipment for all deliveries.
- Performs other task and duties as assigned to meet the patient care and/or unit goals.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted and scrubbed through daily Plastic Surgeries. For example Abdominoplasty Blepharoplasty, Breast Augmentation, Face Lifts, and Liposuction
- Autoclaving/sterilizing surgical instruments
- Perform the duties of a scrub or circulating person
- Complete documentation of surgical cases on operating room record
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for preparing the operating room prior to the operation and to verify the necessary supplies and tools
- Provide equipment to surgeons anticipating their needs and physicians’ preference during operation procedures
- Locate the contaminated instruments and place them in proper cart system to avoid spread of infection
- Coordinate with the X-ray, pathology and SPD departments to acquire necessary reports
- Provide training to new personnel regarding duties of a surgical technician on a routine basis
- Clean and maintain equipment in the operating room
- Supply gowns to the members of the surgical team
- Responsible for adjusting lights and other machines in the operating room
- Prepare and transport patients for surgery
- Restore surgical specimens as per policy requirements
0-5 years of experience
- Assist surgeon in operating room
- Prepare patients, OR, and equipment for surgical procedures
- Clean and sanitize surgical instruments
- Perform surgical technologist and circulating duties
- Schedule appointments and general office
0-5 years of experience
Gather necessary equipment/ supplies for each case
- Set up and maintain a neat and organized sterile field
- Anticipate surgeons needs and assist with retraction or positioning
- Assist with Post-op clean up, clean, wrap and sterilize instruments
- Properly handle, label and process specimen and cultures
6-10 years of experience
Trained in organ procurement and transplant.
- Prepare supplies for surgical procedures
- Setup supplies in operating room
- open sterile packs and prepare equipment for surgical cases
- scrub and setup instruments and supplies, plus have required
- maintain sterile fields during procedures
- pass instruments and assist with exposure, hemostasis and wound closure.
- clean and decontaminate instruments, and instrument sets post op.
0-5 years of experience
Set up sterile field and assist surgeon
- Clean operating room and replace supplies on anesthesia cart after cases.
- Soak, wash, package, and sterilize instruments in between cases.
- Log blanket warmer, operating room, and operating suite temperatures.
0-5 years of experience
Worked and assisted with endoscopic procedures
- Assigned to ensure sterile supplies and equipment were ready for next case(s)
- Interpreted Surgeon’s preferences that were to be anticipated prior to use for procedures
- Had positive performance review with my Supervisor
0-5 years of experience
Assisted surgeons in variety of specialties, including OB/GYN, urology, ENT, orthopedics, robotics, and general surgery under the guidance of preceptors.
- Gather necessary medical equipment, supplies, and instruments for setup of surgical cases.
- Maintain sterile environment.
- Gown and glove surgeon and surgical team.
- Prepare and provide draping for patient.
- Support surgeon in monitoring sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
- Assemble laparoscopic instrument.
- Distribute instruments, sponges, sutures, and other supplies to Surgeons and Surgical Assistance.
- Assisted with positioning and transporting patient.
- Handled specimens according to Surgeons directions and operating room policies.
0-5 years of experience
Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation.
- Scrub arms and hands and assist the surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks, and surgical clothing.
- Provide technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses, or anesthesiologists.
- Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons’ assistants, hold retractors and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.
- Prepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
- Preceptor to both new hires and students
- Prepare dressing or bandages and apply or assist with their application following surgery
- Operate, assemble, adjust, or monitor sterilizers, lights, suction machines, or diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operation
0-5 years of experience
Setting up operative rooms for surgeries
- Assisting in surgical procedures
- Breaking down the room after surgery and preparing for the next surgery
- Maintaining sterile environment
Surgical Technologist Duties and Responsibilities
Surgical technologists perform varied job duties depending on the medical facility they work at and the types of surgical procedures performed there. However, these core duties are common during all operations and in all medical facilities:
Prepare for Sterile Surgical Procedures Surgical technologists, as members of the operating room team, follow proper procedures to thoroughly scrub up prior to all surgeries. They also prepare the sterile instruments to be used during the procedure.
Assist with Surgical Procedures Surgical technologists transport patients to and from the surgical suite, which includes lifting patients onto gurneys. They position patients and medical equipment during procedures, and also hold or hand instruments to members of the surgical team as requested.
Perform Medical Procedures Surgical technologists perform minor medical procedures, such as cutting sutures and changing dressings.
Monitor Vital Signs Surgical technologists monitor patient vital signs during procedures and alert the team if any potential problems arise.
Clean Surgical Suites Surgical technologists clean up the operating room before and after procedures. This includes cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining surgical instruments, as well as restocking operating room inventory with sponges, needles, and other supplies as needed.
Maintain Safety Surgical technologists follow proper safety techniques at all times.
Surgical Technologist Education and Training
Surgical technologists must have a high school diploma or equivalent in order to pursue this career path. Many employers additionally require candidates to have certification through a graduate technician program. Some hospitals only hire surgical technologists who have received basic life support (BLS) certification, which is issued through the Red Cross and many other institutions. CPR certification is not always required, but surgical technologists with CPR certification stand out to employers. On-the-job training is provided to surgical technologists, the length of which varies by employer. This training period is designed to familiarize surgical technologists with operating room procedures and equipment.
Surgical Technologist Salary and Outlook
Surgical technologists earn a median salary of $22.26 hourly and $46,310 yearly. Full medical benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are provided to surgical technologists. Employers also offer paid vacation and sick days. Retirement benefits and life insurance come standard. Some medical facilities provide additional perks to employees, such as free cafeteria meals, free parking, and gym facility access. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the field will grow 12 percent through 2026, which is faster than the average U.S. job growth rate.
Helpful Resources
Learn the terminology, tools, and tips surgical technologists need to know, and find various job strategies and educational opportunities, using these books and websites:
Association of Surgical Technologists – stay in the loop on public policies, news updates, and other important information for surgical technologists with AST
Surgical Technology for the Surgical Technologist: A Positive Care Approach – the detailed information in this book explains the surgical technologist’s role and includes descriptions and images of surgical tools and procedures that techs need to know
Association of Surgical Assistants – visit ASA to find certification programs and education resources for professional surgical assistants of all types, including surgical technologists
Operating Room Skills: Fundamentals for the Surgical Technologist – the fundamentals of operating room techniques and the essential skills surgical technologists need are comprehensively covered in this book
The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting – everything that surgical technologists need to know about certification and education is available at this website, which also offers scholarship information
Surgical Anatomy and Physiology for the Surgical Technologist – this book covers anatomy and physiology with surgical technologists in mind, focusing specifically on operating room procedures
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