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St. Joseph's/Candler
Surgical Technician
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$44,789 / year median in Georgia
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary Scrub Technician provides patient care under the direct supervision of the O.R. Staff Nurse through scrubbing surgical cases, circulating duties, and scope processing.
Assisting Nurse to include:
helping to obtain the appropriate supplies, instruments, and equipment for the surgical or endoscopic procedure. Education Graduate of an ORT course- Required Graduate of Surgical Technician Program
- Preferred Experience 1 Year ORT course
- Required 1-2 Years Endoscopy experience
- Preferred License & Certification Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Required Core Job Functions Patients are escorted from reception area and assistance provided with dressing and undressing.