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Surgical Technologist II- Operating Room
 Newton-Wellesley Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Newton | |
| 2014 Washington Street (Show on map) | |
 Nov 03, 2025 | |
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Summary
Under supervision, assists in operations. May help set up the operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Participates in time-out procedures. -Attainment of extra supplies and equipment as needed. -Sets up equipment independently. -Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team. -Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs. -Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure. -Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Certified Surgical First Assistant [CSFA (NBSTSA)] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred Experience Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting 2-3 years required and Four (4) years experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting; committee and leadership experience 3-5 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room. - Ability to multitask, can work in a fast-paced clinical environment. - Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies. - Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required. Physical Requirements Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |