Surgical Technologist, On Call, Tysons

Assists surgical team by preparing instruments and equipment needed for scheduled procedures. Assists surgeon during procedures.

• Obtains and inspects surgical instrument needed for each procedure.

• Sets up instruments for use during the surgical procedure.

• Assures that all equipment and supplies are available for the surgical procedure.

• Assists with moving, positioning, and transporting patients.

• Handles specimens in accordance with established operating room procedures.

• Performs counts of instruments, sharps, and sponges with the circulating nurse in accordance with established operating room procedures.

• Removes instruments from operating room and returns them to sterile processing.

• Assists in cleaning surgical equipment and operating room for next case.

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot complex technical equipment.