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Work closely with the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and registered nurse in providing patient care during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, instruments, equipment, and supplies for a surgical procedure. During surgery, surgical technologists pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and assistants. After surgery, they may transport patients to the recovery room and clean and restock the operating room.
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| Skills/Talents |
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Communications skills, positive personality, human relations skills, multitasking, self-motivated, ability to work independently, ability to work with a team, professional, flexibility, honesty and caring attitude.
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| Work Setting |
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Hospital and outpatient surgical areas.
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| Work Hours |
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All shifts, Monday-Friday, with some on-call requirements and weekend work and some holiday coverage.
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| Education |
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Graduate of an accredited and/or hospital-approved surgical technology program.
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| Qualifications |
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Candidates must maintain certification through the Association of Surgical Technologists and have completed that certification within one year from when hired.
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| Recommended High School Classes |
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college prep, computer applications, heath education, healthcare sciences, biology, chemistry, algebra and geometry
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| Minnesota Median Salary |
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$21.89/hr ($45,706/yr)
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