Summary + Under the Perioperative leader, assumes responsibility and accountability for assuring quality care as a health care team member within the Perioperative environment. + The scope of responsibility of the Surgical Technologist includes the ability to anticipate, plan for, and respond to the needs of the patient, surgeon, and other team members. + Maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients, patient families, coworkers, and physicians Education + Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent GED. + Must be a graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or must provide evidence of employment as a Surgical Technologist prior to July 1, 2009. Licensure/Certification + Must have current certified surgical technologist certification; or obtain certification within 12 months completion of a degree from an accredited school of surgical technology; or must provide evidence of employment as a certified surgical technologist prior to July 1, 2009; or must be a current valid licensed practitioner providing evidence of employment as a surgical technologist. + Certification must be renewed every four years. + Completes required 15 CEU credits annually. + Must maintain current CPR certification Experience + Healthcare experience preferred Other Qualifications + Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications. + Must be able to lift 50 pounds; 100 pounds shared lifting