Contract: 03 Months + High possibility of extension

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
• Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
• Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel
• Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
• Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
• Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Certification as a surgical technologist preferred, or similar experience in practical nursing or an operating room
• 1-2 years’ experience working as a surgical technologist
• Continuing in-services and educations program required
• Current Basic Life Support certificate required
• Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies located in the operating room