Job Description Under the general direction of a licensed caregiver, the Surgical Technologist III assists in surgical operations. The Surgical Technologist III is assigned technical duties, prepares operating rooms, arranges equipment, assists with procedures, and has the responsibility to ensure smooth teamwork through the application of knowledge and effective communication with registered nurses, patients, surgeons, anesthesiologists, ancillary personnel, and other health care team members. The Surgical Technician III provides care consistent with CSMC and accrediting bodies' standards. The Surgical Technician III maintains competency skills including the ability to provide care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds. The Surgical Technician III identifies the ability of the adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to follow directions/instructions and give consent. Qualifications Education • High School Diploma/GED - minimum • Vocational/Technical Diploma Includes the ability to verify on the job training of participating institution - minimum • Vocational/Technical Diploma Performs independently in three (3) specialties - minimum Experience • 3 years Surgical Procedures - minimum Licenses and Certifications • Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum BCLS Certification • Certified Surgical Technologist - Upon Hire preferred Certified Surgical Technologist