Surgical Technologist Extern

Under general supervision of the Director, the Surgical Tech Extern works with surgeons, anesthesiologists or anesthetists, nurses, and surgical technologists as a member of the direct patient care team during surgical intervention. Areas of responsibility include preparing and handling supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient through specific techniques and practices designed to exclude all pathogenic microorganisms for the operative wound.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

1. Assessment:  Assists the Perioperative Staff Nurse with the...