Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician performs a variety of specialized technical duties in the surgical or procedural environment. This position assists the surgical team through the use of equipment and instrumentation to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, and that required equipment is available and functioning properly.
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Education Type
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Program of Study
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Required/Preferred
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High School Diploma
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N/A
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Required
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Accredited Program
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Surgical Technician
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Required
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Number of Years
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Type of Experience
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Required/Preferred
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1 Years
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Surgical Tech
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Preferred
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Certification & Licensures
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Certification/Licensure Type
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Required/Preferred
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Surgical Technician Certification by The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
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Required*
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Surgical Technician Certification by The National Center for Competency Testing
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Required*
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United States Military or United States Public Health Service Surgical Technology Program
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Required*
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Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
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Required**
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*Only one of of these certifications must be obtained
**Must obtain within ninety (90) days of hire
