David Sampson Email & Phone Number

Fort Pierce, Florida, United States

La Jolla California

JOB DESCRIPTION: SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTSurgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. CredentialsCertification is conferred by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). Initial certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is based upon satisfactory performance on the national certifying examination following completion of an accredited program in surgical technology. CSTs maintain their certification by earning 60 hours of approved continuing education in a four-year period or by successfully retaking the certifying examination at the conclusion of the four-year period.Scrub Surgical TechnologistThe scrub surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Duties are as follows:Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedureScrubs, gowns, and glovesSets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, andmedications/solutions needed for procedurePerforms appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and beforeincision is closedGowns and gloves surgeon and assistantsHelps in draping sterile fieldPasses instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedureMaintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure