How do they match: Surgical Assistants

  • Medical Surgical Nursing Assistant
  • Certified Surgical Technician
  • GI Technician
  • Gastrointestinal Technician
  • Operating Room Technician
  • Surgery Technician
  • Surgical Technician
  • Surgical Medical Assistant
  • Surgical Scrub Technician

  • Assist in volume replacement or autotransfusion techniques.
  • Discuss with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure, including operative consent, methods of operative exposure, diagnostic or laboratory data, or patient-advanced directives or other needs.
  • Monitor and maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Administer intravenous medications.
  • Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Implement advanced life support techniques.
  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.
  • Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
  • Sterilize medical equipment or instruments.