Surgical Technologist I
University of Maryland Medical System
Summary
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.
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.
- Prepare the operating room
- Select and manage surgical instruments and supplies
- Perform preoperative patient preparation
- Assist the surgical team during procedures
- Handle basic patient care tasks such as specimen delivery and room turnover
- Sterilize instruments
- Maintain inventory control to reduce costs
- Orient new staff
- Contribute to the development of departmental policies and protocols
- Become proficient in all service lines: General Trauma surgery, Wound Service, Orthopedics, Vascular, Plastic, Neurosurgery, ENT/OMF etc.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support efficient surgical operations
Work Experience
Education requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), along with completion of a Surgical Technologist training program; CPR certification is mandatory, and ST certification is preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program
- CPR certification required
- Surgical Technologist certification preferred
Company overview
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a comprehensive academic health system serving Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the state, UMMS operates multiple hospitals, specialty care centers, and community-based health services across Maryland. The system is anchored by the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, which serves as the flagship academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma Center. UMMS is deeply integrated with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, fostering a strong environment for medical education, research, and clinical innovation. The system provides a full continuum of care including primary care, specialty services, emergency medicine, and advanced surgical procedures. UMMS is renowned for its expertise in trauma care, cancer treatment, cardiac services, transplantation, and neurological care. Through its network of hospitals and affiliated physicians, the system delivers high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing medical knowledge through research and training the next generation of healthcare professionals.