Surgery Technologist

Surgical Technologist PositionAnkle & Foot Centers of America is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Surgical Technologist to support podiatric surgeons and the surgical team in providing exceptional patient care. The Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing operating rooms, maintaining sterile technique, assisting during foot and ankle surgical procedures, and ensuring all instruments and equipment are properly handled before, during, and after surgery. Preoperative DutiesPrepare and organize operating rooms for scheduled foot and ankle procedures. Verify availability and functionality of surgical instruments, implants, supplies, and equipment. Sterilize instruments and maintain sterile processing standards. Review surgical schedules and anticipate surgeon and patient needs. Assist with patient positioning, preparation, and draping. Intraoperative DutiesMaintain a sterile field throughout surgical procedures. Pass instruments, sutures, and supplies to the surgeon and surgical team efficiently and accurately. Assist with foot and ankle surgical procedures, including reconstructive, trauma, and elective surgeries. Handle specimens according to established protocols. Monitor surgical supplies and communicate additional needs during procedures. Support patient safety initiatives and infection prevention practices. Postoperative DutiesAssist with dressing application and patient transfer as directed. Clean and restock operating rooms following procedures. Ensure proper decontamination and sterilization of instruments. Document instrument counts and procedural information as required. Report equipment malfunctions or supply shortages promptly.