Piedmont Healthcare Inc.·Covington, Georgia
The Surgical Technologist performs scrub role duties and provides patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. They are expected to demonstrate high-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills while partnering with licensed staff.
Overview Performs necessary duties in scrub role. Takes on greater responsibility in providing patient care demonstrating a higher level critical thinking and problem solving skills. Functions in partnership with licensed staff. Performs patient care duties for clients of various age groups under the direction of a registered nurse.
Performs necessary duties in scrub role. Takes on greater responsibility in providing patient care demonstrating a higher level critical thinking and problem solving skills. Functions in partnership with licensed staff. Performs patient care duties for clients of various age groups under the direction of a registered nurse.
Education H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required and Graduate of a Surgical Technology program Required Work Experience Certification as a Surgical Technologist Required or 3 years of surgical tech experience Required Licenses and Certifications BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Preferred Business
Unit: Company Name Piedmont Newton Hospital
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be a graduate of a Surgical Technology program. Certification as a Surgical Technologist or three years of relevant surgical tech experience is required.
Market context
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