JOB KEY FOR
SURGICAL TECHNICIANS
Surgical Technicians assist the surgical team during surgical
procedures and in the preparation for surgery. Under the direct
supervision of a Registered Nurse, they arrange sterile setups, count
sponges, needles, and instruments before and during surgery, check the
operation of equipment, and clean and restock the operating room. They
may pass instruments and supplies to surgeons, and may assist in
transporting, positioning, prepping, and draping patients for surgery.
They may be known as Surgical Technologists. Does not include Surgical
Assistants who perform such tasks as retracting tissue, suturing skin,
and suctioning blood during surgery.
Local estimates of jobs in this occupation are not available.
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