Surgical technologist

Overview

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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

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Responsible for assisting surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in various surgical procedures within the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Operating Room (WMCH OR). This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of surgical care for pediatric and obstetric patients.

• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures within the WMCH OR environment.
• Set up sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment required for surgery.
• Transport patients to the operating room, assist with positioning on the surgical table, and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to the surgical team during procedures.
• Follow proper sterilization techniques to maintain cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and supplies.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of surgical procedures, including counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments used.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team.
• Assist in preparing the surgical site by applying sterile drapes and solutions.
• Secure and manage surgical drains and catheters as directed by the surgeon.
• Adhere to infection-control protocols and patient-safety standards at all times.

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – NBSTSA
• Dental Assistant – State License
• Medical Technician – New Hampshire License

• Experience as a Surgical Technologist I or in a similar role: 0–1 year required
• One (1) year experience as a Surgical Technologist in a comparable surgical setting: 1–2 years preferred

• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile techniques.
• Familiarity with operating-room equipment and surgical technologies.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure during surgical cases.
• Thorough understanding of infection-control practices and patient-safety measures.

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Onsite

789 Central Avenue

36

Regular

Night (United States of America)

$25.60 - $36.63/Hourly

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