Surgical Technician (Surg Tech)

Position Overview

A ST (often called a scrub tech) works as a part of a surgical team in Operating Rooms as well as in the Labor and Delivery unit. Surg Tech’s provide curtail support to a surgeon such as preparing for surgery, passing instruments, providing needed supplies such as sponges, receiving and containing tissue, and much more. Surg Tech’s generally work in a hospital and/or outpatient clinic setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing for surgeries.
• Pass instruments during procedures.
• Provide needed supplies such as sponges and other surgical items.
• Receive and contain tissue during operations.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School education is required to obtain a job as a ST.
• Requirements: Completion of an exam through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NBSTSA) to achieve CST certification.
• Schedule: Night availability is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualifications: OB/GYN experience, exposure to cystoscopy procedures and cerclages would be a plus.