Surgical Technician Resume Sample and Example

Resume Objective

Skilled Surgical Technician with 5 years of scrub technician experience supporting surgical teams across a range of procedures in Ontario hospital operating rooms. Seeking a surgical technician role where I can apply my instrument knowledge, sterile technique, and teamwork to contribute to safe and efficient surgical outcomes.

Key Skills to Highlight

• Sterile technique and scrub technician practice
• Surgical instrument identification and handling
• Surgical tray and back table preparation
• Specimen labelling and handling
• Intraoperative count procedures
• Laparoscopic and robotic equipment handling
• Infection control and decontamination
• Operating room turnover efficiency

Sample Work Experience Bullets

• Prepared and maintained sterile fields for general, laparoscopic, orthopaedic, and vascular surgical procedures.
• Passed instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgical assistants throughout procedures, anticipating surgical needs.
• Performed intraoperative and closing instrument, sponge, and sharp counts in partnership with the circulating nurse.
• Managed specimen collection and labelling per operating room and pathology department protocols.
• Assisted with room setup, equipment checks, and between-case turnover to maintain an efficient surgical schedule.

Education

Surgical Technician diploma or Operating Room Technician programme from an accredited healthcare training institution.

Relevant Certifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent
• CPR Level C
• WHMIS Certification