Surgical Technology Program
Student Scrub Role Definitions
The “scrub” student surgical technologist shall be observed performing
the following duties during any surgical intervention, with proficiency:
• Check supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure
• Scrub, gown and glove
• Set up the sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment and medication/solutions
needed for the procedure
• Perform or assist with the performance of appropriate counts with the circulator prior to
the procedure and before the incision is closed
• Gown and glove additional surgical team members
• Assist with draping the sterile field
• Pass instruments and supplies to the sterile surgical team members during the procedure
• Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique during a procedure
• Prepare sterile dressings
• Perform terminal activities of cleaning, preparation of instruments, supplies and the OR
“Solo” First Scrub Role (Solo):
The student surgical technologist shall perform more than 90% of the scrub role
duties during any surgical intervention, with proficiency.
“1st” Scrub with Assist Role (STSR):
The student surgical technologist shall perform more than 70% of the scrub role
duties during any surgical intervention, with proficiency.
“2nd” Scrub Role (STSR2):
The student surgical technologist performs less than 70% of the scrub role duties
during any surgical intervention.
Ass’t Circulate/Observe (STAC):
The student surgical technologist assists circulator and scrub person with room
and procedure set-up, patient preparation and room turn-over.
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