Surgical Technologist I

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Surgical Technologist I to assist in surgical procedures and prepare supplies and equipment in the operating room. The role includes preparing the operating room and selecting instruments in collaboration with the circulating nurse, counting needles, sponges, and instruments, and ensuring proper labeling of medications and safe fluid temperatures.

The technologist performs preoperative patient preparation, hands instruments to the surgeon,

Qualifications

• Preoperative patient preparation and safety procedures.
• Handling and passing instruments with sterile technique.
• Collaboration with circulating nurse and surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room and select surgical instruments.
• Count needles, sponges and instruments for accuracy.
• Assist with gowning/gloving and specimen handling; ensure proper labeling and temps.

Job description

Job Requirements

Under direct supervision, the Surgical Technologist I performs delegated patient care functions by assisting in surgical procedures and preparing supplies and equipment in the operating room. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room and selecting surgical instruments in collaboration with the circulating nurse, counting needles, sponges, and instruments, ensuring proper labeling of medications and safe fluid temperatures, and maintaining instrumentation cleanliness. The role involves preoperative patient preparation, handing instruments to the surgeon, assisting with gowning and gloving, and performing related patient care tasks such as specimen delivery, room turnover, patient transport, and emergency cart checks. Additionally, the technologist prepares supplies for sterilization, assesses environmental needs, orients new staff on departmental policies, and performs other duties as assigned.