What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Tech. position at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC)?
Summary
Job Description:
Under direct training of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs scrub activities and assists with a variety of patient care activities for patients of varying ages in the operating room setting.
Required Skills
Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program of study required.
Job Description:
Under direct training of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs scrub activities and assists with a variety of patient care activities for patients of varying ages in the operating room setting.
Required Skills
- Possesses effective oral communication skills.
- Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Surgical Technician.
- Skill and ability to concentrate and monitor instrument, sharps, and sponge counts.
- Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Work Experience
- License/Registration/Certification
- Current certification as a Surgical Technician required.
- Current CPR Training Program.
- Education and Training
Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program of study required.